ABV 43%
It's fine, but only suitable for a lighter stogie. Not a patch on the old version I'm afraid.
Dave Broom
Whyte & Mackay
The Dalmore
Brand
Whyte & Mackay
Bottler
Cigar Malt Reserve
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
2012
Year of Bottling
43%
ABV
Highland
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Malty/nutty to start with a little cedar and marmalade. Intense and quite fresh. In time it sweetens showing classic sherried notes: walnut and currant.
Palate: Nutty with blackcurrant leaf. There's a hint of sulphur and a youthful feel despite a thick, sweet mid palate.
Finish: Malty.
Comment: It's fine, but only suitable for a lighter stogie. Not a patch on the old version I'm afraid.
Score: 7.4
Taster
Nose: Malty. Rich and creamy. Lots of toffee. Mint chocolate. Fresh and lively. Cardamom. Quite complex.
Palate: Round and sweet. Good balance with the nose. The same rich mint chocolate note. A precise oak frame ties up the rich aromatic profile. Liquorice and raisins as well.
Finish: Lingering, fruity, sensuous.
Comment: A complex whisky, which needs time and attention to release its richness.
Score: 8.4
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