Description
The Highland single malt release was matured in ex-bourbon and sherry casks, and bottled at 40% ABV.
Dalmore Gran Reserva Scotch Whiskey 750ml
Tasting Notes
Vital Stats: 40% ABV (80 proof), no age statement, 100% malted barley, discontinued but available in secondary markets around $75 per 750 ml bottle
Appearance: Bright copper in color with quick legs.
Nose: Soft alcohol tingle on the nose. Sweet malt notes. Cinnamon and vanilla. Charred oak.
Palate: Soft and sweet, with a strong oak presence, but not to the point of being overwhelming. Fruity. Under-ripened plums, so much so that I almost felt the need to floss my teeth to remove stubborn bits of plum skin. Some tart cherry in the mix along with a bit of cream soda and a rush of toffee candy towards the end.
The finish is a fast burn – more of a flash than a burn, it’s gone very quickly, leaving nothing but lingering notes of toffee, charred oak, and a bit of fennel.
