Launched in late 2008 to replace the previous 12 year old, this single malt from the Dalmore distillery is a toasty, coffee-rich dram with beautifully spice notes and a thick mouthfeel. Very rich for a 12 year old.
A warm coffee house in Seattle; roasting beans, the oily nuttiness in a fine espresso, there are little notes of malt and cereal and butter from the pastry counter with rich orange from the fruit bowl on the counter.
Notes of Seville marmalade and triple sec with winter spices and fruitcake. Zesty cocoa and milk chocolate.
Medium, oranges.
In terms of value for money, this is my number 1. I get bitter, dark chocolate, a touch of coffee and a touch of tangy orange, with notes of vanilla and walnut. Smooth, deep, long and complex. The Dalmore 18 is my absolute favourite (in fact, I'm going to have one, now) but the 12 began my Dalmore love in.
Not a better scotch for the price.
Got as a present. Enjoyed greatly. Lots of strong Vanilla notes and enjoyed with a Partagas #4.
Simply great for this price
Definitely not complex, it is what it is - an easy going warm sherry and nut hug of a dram. Slightly too expensive for a 12, but a welcome addition to my whiskey cupboard nevertheless. Would give it 3.5 stars but can't so I'll round up rather than down.
