Dalmore 12 - 40%

From the distillery

An outstanding single malt matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks and finessed in rare and aged oloroso sherry casks.

The Aroma: Citrus fruits, chocolate and aromatic spices.

On the Palate: Seville oranges, dried fruits and hints of vanilla pod.

Finishing Notes: Roasted coffee and dark chocolate.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Tawny gold, forms a thick line which falls quickly as slow, thick legs.

Nose: Orange peel, raisins, vanilla, dark chocolate.

Palate: Dried fruit, candied peel, baking spices, vanilla, milk chocolate orange appears late.

Finish: Mocha with an extra shot of espresso, orange peel, vanilla and dried fruit lingers.

Summary: Christmas cake meets coffee meets chocolate orange. The nose, mouthfeel and palate are all decent but not outstanding, there is a strong feeling a higher abv and no chill filtration would take this whisky to a much higher level. Currently priced a little below £50, as such it’s a good introduction to the Dalmore range although there are better whiskies out there at this price range,

If you would like more information on this whisky, or the Dalmore Distillery, follow the link to the company website.

This sample was part of a 4 dram selection for a TweetTasting session organised by @TheWhiskyWire and the Dalmore Distillery.

Transparency: this sample pack was received free of charge for independent review. The author has no affiliation with the distillery, all opinions are my own and remain completely impartial.