Whisky Review #10 – The Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve

July 30, 2017/in Reviews/by Zicong Yang

The Dalmore Cigar Malt was created by Richard Patterson due to his love for whisky and cigar. A third cask was added into their usual two in the maturation process – the premier cru Cabernet Sauvignon wine barriques. This innovative combination of spirits from three different casks produces a fine whisky with rich flavours and is perfect for pairing with cigars.

There was actually an older edition that was discontinued in mid-2009 and it caused a huge uproar among the cigar-smoking fans. This ‘new’ edition is slightly different from the discontinued one as it is now made up of slightly older whiskies.

If you are a cigar lover, you might be awed when you find out the flavour benchmark for pairing this whisky – Partagas Serie D No. 4!

Awards:

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2017
Silver – Scotch Single Malt – Highland

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2014
Silver – Scotch Single Malt – Highland

International Spirits Challenge 2014
Silver – Distillers’ Single Malts 12 years and under

Tasting Notes:

ABV: 44%

Colour: Golden Amber

Nose: The distinctly sweet toffee aroma catches our attention immediately. Shortly after comes the smell of charred oak, ending it all with a slight spice. (14 points)

Palate: The sweetness of toffee fills up the palate, followed closely by burnt caramel. Strong nutmeg spice envelops the mouth as the whisky stays longer. (14 points)

Body: Good balance between the nose and the palate, making it a well-rounded whisky. The sharpness of the spice is cushioned comfortably by the sweetness of toffee and perfect integration of sherry and wine casks. (34 points)

Finish: The finish is medium, with a lingering sherry oak sweetness. (15 points)

Total grade: 77 points

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Whisky Review #09 – The Dalmore 18 Years Old Whisky

July 29, 2017/in Reviews/by Zicong Yang

This is an upgraded version of The Dalmore 12. This award winning 18 years old edition is matured 14 years in American white oak ex-burbon casks, and the last 4 years in 30 year old Matusalem oloroso sherry casks. The extended maturation and wood exposure creates a more well-rounded finish with a lusciously creamy and sherried body.

Awards:

International Wine & Spirit 2017
Silver Outstanding – Scotch Single Malt – Highland

International Spirits Challenge 2014
Silver – Distillers’ Single Malts between 13 and 20 years old

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2014
Bronze – Scotch Single Malt – Highland

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2013
Bronze – Scotch Single Malt – Highland

Tasting Notes:

ABV: 43%

Colour: Copper Bronze

Nose: A distinct smell of pine gushes out followed by a strong fruity sweetness, ended by a slight pleasant spiciness. (13 points)

Palate: Sweetness of chocolate raisins immediately engulfs the palate with slight hints of plums. As the whisky stays in the mouth longer, notes of coffee and vanilla appears and ends with peppery spiciness (17 points)

Body: A well-balanced whisky. It is worth noting that the spiciness comes after the fruity flavours and it’s not over powering. (33 points)

Finish: Long fruity finish with slight taste of citrus. (18 points)

Total grade: 81 points

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Whisky Review #08 – The Dalmore 12 Years Old Whisky

July 29, 2017/in Reviews/by Zicong Yang

This is the entry level of The Dalmore series. Aged 12 years old, this whisky from the Highlands spent its first 9 years maturing in American white oak ex-bourbon casks. Half of the spirit is then transferred into 30 year old Matusalem oloroso sherry casks for the final 3 years. These spirits are then married together for bottling. What results is a rich and beautiful single malt because of the added maturation in sherry cask – a bold process in making a 12 years single malt.

Awards:
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2017
Silver – Scotch Single Malt – Highland

Tasting Notes:

ABV: 40%

Colour: Golden Amber. Unlike other 12 year old whiskies, The Dalmore 12 years has a darker hue, due to the 3 year maturation in sherry casks.

Nose: The sweetness of caramel fudge floats to our nose the moment the bottle is opened. Strong vanilla with a hint of citrus follows after. (15 points)

Palate: Hint of spice hits the tongue before the sherry sweetness takes over. Thick and velvety smooth feel with delicate citrus notes. (15 points)

Body: A well balanced whisky that is velvety smooth. Easy to drink, suitable for after dinner. (32 points)

Finish: A medium-long finish that is slightly dry; sweet with toffee notes and a hint of vanilla. (18 points)

Total grade: 80 points

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