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.
As far as Scotches go this is not one for me. Very heavy with the sherry, and leaves a not so good after taste in your mouth. The nose is very orange
Great Scotch for the price. Not as great as other Dalmore or other options. But a great nose and a great color. Orange finish is also very well liked.
Got this in the states and boy am I sorry I purchased it. Has a weird taste and smell of raw burnt wood along with nail polish. Put these things together and you have an overpriced bottle of crap in my opinion. Like one reviewer said, save your money.
But certainly NOT the best. Please Dalmore. You have the quality. Why continuing chill-filter and caramel colouring? Your whisky deserves better! Sorry if my English wasn't corect - I'm from Denmark Cheers The Danish Clansman
Wasn't too impressed the first time I tried it, but then a day or two later you find yourself thinking about it. Really needs a few drops of water to open up in my opinion. I've started noticing a bit of hot maple syrup to the nose on my last dram and it's really quite enjoyable. Won't hit you over the head, take some time to really dive into it.
