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Dalmore 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

$189.00
(5.0)
Overview
Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Dalmore Distillery, Alness, Highland · 15 Years · 40% ABV

Dalmore 15 is one of the most awarded whiskies in its category: a Highland single malt matured for fifteen years in American white oak bourbon barrels, then finished in rare Gonzalez Byass Apostoles sherry casks. The result is a rich, complex whisky with layers of dark fruit, chocolate, orange and warm spice.

The Apostoles casks are a genuine point of difference: these are some of the rarest sherry casks used in Scotch whisky production, contributing a depth and sweetness that sets Dalmore 15 apart from most other 15-year Highland malts. Jim Murray awarded it 97 points and named it one of the finest whiskies in the world.

Product Details
Attribute Detail
Brand The Dalmore
Producer Dalmore Distillery / Whyte & Mackay
Country / Region Scotland, Alness, Highland
Style Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Mash Bill 100% malted barley
Age Statement 15 Years
ABV 40%
Cask Type American white oak bourbon barrels, finished in Gonzalez Byass Apostoles sherry casks
Bottle Size 700ml
Release Type Core range, ongoing
Tasting Notes
  • Nose: Rich dark fruit, orange zest and chocolate, with vanilla, cinnamon and a hint of coffee from the sherry cask.
  • Palate: Layers of dark cherry, marmalade and dark chocolate, with warming spice, toffee and a creamy mouthfeel.
  • Finish: Long and warming, with dried fruit, oak and a lingering sweetness from the Apostoles sherry casks.
What sets this bottle apart
  • Finished in Gonzalez Byass Apostoles sherry casks, among the rarest cask types used in Scotch production
  • 15 years in American white oak before the sherry finish, giving the spirit a deep, well-integrated base
  • 97 Points from Jim Murray, one of the highest scores in its category
  • Produced at Dalmore Distillery, established 1839, with one of the most distinguished cask programs in Highland Scotch
  • Rich, layered and complex at 40% ABV: approachable without sacrificing depth
Distillery Information

Dalmore Distillery sits on the banks of the Cromarty Firth in Alness, Highland, and has been producing whisky since 1839. The distillery is owned by Whyte & Mackay and is particularly known for its sherry cask finishing program, working with some of the rarest cask types in the Scotch whisky industry.

The Gonzalez Byass Apostoles sherry casks used in the Dalmore 15 are among the rarest available: sourced from one of Spain's oldest sherry houses, they contribute a depth and sweetness that's difficult to replicate with more widely available cask types.

Awards & Recognition

  • 97 Points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible
  • Gold Medal, International Spirits Challenge
  • Gold Medal, International Wine & Spirits Competition

Who this bottle is for
  • Scotch drinkers who love a rich, sherry-forward Highland single malt
  • Anyone stepping up from a 12-year Highland malt and ready for more complexity
  • Gift buyers who want a bottle that's visually impressive and genuinely exceptional inside
  • Collectors who want a Jim Murray 97-point whisky at a reasonable price point
How to enjoy

  • Best neat: the dark fruit and chocolate notes come through without any help
  • A few drops of water opens up the sherry sweetness further
  • Pairs well with dark chocolate or dried fruit if you want a food pairing
  • Good after-dinner dram: rich enough to stand in for dessert

Why we curate it

Dalmore 15 earns its reputation and its price. The Apostoles sherry cask finish is genuinely rare, the 97-point score from Jim Murray is well deserved, and it's a benchmark for what a properly aged and finished Highland single malt can be. One of the strongest bottles in the category at this price point.