Dalmore 1992 Connoisseurs Choice Gordon and MacPhail

Dalmore Sherry Cask Select 12 Year Old

I have to admit that I have a bit of a soft spot for The Dalmore. Despite the _liberal_ application of fake tan and the generally low abv, I tend to enjoy their expressions. One of my oldest and dearest friends doesn't "do" tasting notes or reviews; he likes something or he doesn't and Dalmore is his favourite. We don't get to see each...

Score 85/100

Dalmore 12 Year Old

Warm sweet fruity, malt arival followed by smooth medium length finish. The chill filtartion and added coloring can often cause this whisky to be overlooked, shame because it is a great introduction level whisky for beginners.

Score 85/100

Dalmore 12 Year Old

The color is a very nice deep, dark amber thanks to the Oloroso sherry finish and I suspect the sherry is behind the thick dollopy legs that cascade down the side. I find the nose quite complex with touches of honey, orange peel, cinnamon (maybe clove?), a faint wisp of oak and quite a strong presence of butterscotch toffee! It's very easy on the...

Score 90/100

Dalmore 12 Year Old

this was a christmas present I got. It's always a bit a risk, when family members or friends buy, with the best intentions, whisky or any other spirit for you. Fortunately this one is definitly worth the risk. The Dalmore is matured for 12 years. The producers says it's 50% sherry and 50% bourbon. I assume it's a "blend" of sherry and...

Score 85/100