This decadent whisky moves from Bourbon casks into Matusalem Sherry butts, and then spends more than five years back in first-fill ex-Bourbon casks before bottling – a bold move which brings renewed life and vivacity to the spirit, creating a true masterpiece of malt.
Dalmore 1980 Scotch Whiskey 750ml
Tasting Notes
COLOUR
Mahogany, amber gold, translucent.
AROMA
A golden sunset with rays of manuka honey, roasted chestnuts, Pontefract cakes and Seville orange marmalade coming into play. Hints of caramel latte, powdered doughnuts, Victoria sponge cake and Black Forest fruit.
PALATE
Firm and positive - this beautifully orchestrated single malt layers and coats the tongue with a rhapsody of enticing flavours of baked banana bread, vanilla custard laced with Pedro Ximénez Sherry, Christstollen cake and chocolate truffles. Leaving it long on the palate will unlock secret flavours of toffee apple, coconut blancmange, mulled wine and sun-kissed raisins.
FINISH
A gentle whisper of bitter chocolate, marzipan and cocoa powder.