Dalmore extends Principle Collection with 17YO
Whyte & Mackay-owned The Dalmore has introduced a 17-year-old expression to its core Principal Collection, which further celebrates the brand’s use of Sherry maturation.
The single malt Highland whisky is described as a rich, further exploration of Sherry maturation, and promises to offer an ‘enriched experience’ of the category.
The whisky was initially matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon barrels, creating a base of soft vanilla and honey notes, before being transferred to a trio of Sherry casks – Amoroso, rare Apostoles, and Matusalem oloroso – for finishing.
Each cask is said to have gifted the whisky its own individual characteristic.
While the Apostoles cask brings structure, depth and savoury complexity, the Amoroso bridges savoury and sweet, offering harmony and balance. Matusalem Oloroso adds weight, roundness, and lingering sweetness.
The three exclusive Sherry casks used in this expression are ‘cherished’ for their age and rarity, having been sourced from Sherry makers González Byass after spending decades maturing in Spanish Bodegas.
The Dalmore’s use of Sherry cask maturation is centuries old, with these casks found to enhance and balance the unique chocolate, orange and soft spice notes of The Dalmore’s house style.
The single malt offers aromas of Seville orange, rich orchard fruit, and wood spice, while flavours of poached pear, forest berries, sweet toffee, and orange marmalade can be detected on the palate. It closes with finishing notes of dark chocolate orange, rich dried fruit, and lingering hints of cinnamon and nutmeg.
The Dalmore Aged 17 Years is presented in a ‘luxurious’ purple box, featuring a magnet closure for a smooth unboxing experience.
The whisky itself is housed in The Dalmore’s signature silhouette glass bottle, adorned with the iconic stag emblem.
The Dalmore Aged 17 Years is now available to UK consumers via The Dalmore online boutique, and globally via specialist retailers.
The 42% ABV expression is priced at RRP £175 / €200 / US$250.
Last year the brand unveiled its third Cask Curation Series edition.
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