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The Dalmore - Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky - Aged 18 Years
Characteristics
Country / Region: Scotland - Highlands
Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Composition: Grain brandy
Alcohol: 43 vol.
Capacity: 70 cl
Matured in ex-Bourbon casks and 30-year-old Oloroso Sherry casks, The Dalmore 18 Year Old Sherry Single Malt Whisky offers the quintessence of the house style. This latest 2022 edition opens with smooth notes of vanilla, chocolate, marmalade and licorice. The palate combines hints of dried fruit and spice with a hint of citrus, nutmeg and coffee, ending with a finish of stewed fruit and caramel.
Elaboration:
Aged for 14 years in American white oak casks that had contained Bourbon whiskey, before being transferred to Methuselah Oloroso Sherry casks for a further four years.Nose:
Soft and charming, with fine notes of pine, spicy cinnamon and lemon.Palate:
Vanilla, coffee, rosemary, truffles, raisins and chocolate make this a generous and rich wine. The finish reveals subtle aromas of violet and jasmine.
Temperature:
Serve between 16 and 18°C in a Glencairn whisky glass.Food and wine pairing:
As an aperitif or digestif, dry, on the rocks or accompanied by still, neutral spring water at room temperature.
The Dalmore is one of Scotland’s most iconic distilleries, and arguably one of the most sought-after in the world. Located in the Highlands, it’s known for having the region’s oldest stills and for its use of a wide variety of premium sherry casks for aging.
With a unique distillation process and access to some of Europe’s most prestigious casks, The Dalmore is among the few distilleries offering exceptionally rare, well-aged whiskies.
Its master blender is widely regarded as one of the best in the world, and each release excites whisky lovers everywhere. With a strong focus on tradition and craftsmanship, The Dalmore continues to stand out for the exceptional quality of its artisanal production.