Dalmore 18-year-old

Overall rating
85.14/100
votes
525
Whiskybase ID
WB37519
Category
Single Malt
Distillery
Bottler
Distillery Bottling
Stated Age
18 years old
Casktype
American White Oak / Matusalem Sherry Butts
Strength
43.0 % Vol.
Size
700 ml
Label
New Label (2012)
Bottle code
M3080 13/00833
Barcode
5013967005891
Added on
07 nov 2012 9:12 am
Dalmore 18-year-old
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Average value

€ 186.75

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Whisky reviews for Dalmore 18-year-old

71 users have left 75 reviews for this whisky. Average rating is 85.14 points.

  1. EvilAFI scored this whisky 90 points Expert Senior

    This is sherry and oak down very well. Anyone who hates on Dalmore has not tried it before, as this can go toe to toe with Glendronach and Macallan in my humble opinion.
    • Nose
      90 90
      Stewed red fruits, strawberry, cranberry, leather, milk chocolate
    • Taste
      91 91
      Velvety, a perfect amount of oak and spice now join the sherried fruits.
    • Finish
      89 89
      The spice lingers with a surprising amount of heat for this abv. Strawberries and cream

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  3. DistiLesha scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    A little more watery than I would like for such an interesting profile. The aroma lacks some sherry notes of their taste.

    22 22 21 20
    • Nose
      Bright, cigar-like, plenty of malt, thinner, spices, raisins, bright fruit sweetness, some almost fresh grass.
      Saturation: 8.5 out of 10
    • Taste
      Sweet dried fruits, prunes in tobacco, hazel, a little more watery than we would like for such an interesting profile.
      On the second sip, astringent notes of quince, woody bitterness of tannins.
      Sweetness: 6 out of 10
      Saturation: 7 out of 10
    • Finish
      Prunes in tobacco, dryness, sherry notes of raisins and dried apricots, tannins are almost inaudible, but felt, hazel.
      In about five minutes the woodiness wakes up.

  4. WhiskyPEATer scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      85 85

  5. Teomarg scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      86 86

  6. BarrelBeast scored this whisky 87 points Expert Junior

    Youtube Review: https://youtu.be/HOXo3egWCSA
    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      88 88
    • Finish
      86 86

  7. face scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

  8. springtank scored this whisky 87 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      86 86

  9. Issie did not rate this whisky Connoisseur

    18.02.2022
    • Nose
      Forest berry jam, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, dark dried fruit, chocolate, nuts, a few herbs, tobacco, wood
    • Taste
      Forest berry jam, red currants, grapefruit, orange, nuts, coffee, wood

  10. glenrob scored this whisky 88 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      89 89
    • Taste
      88 88
    • Finish
      88 88

  11. KeesD scored this whisky 92 points Expert Senior

    After tasting the Glengoyne 30 I have to revise this excellent whisky a bit in terms of rating.
    • Nose
      93 93
      Nice firm, dark chocolate, leather, some fruit...
    • Taste
      92 92
      complex, full, sweet, spicy, dark chocolate, slightly dark fruit marmalade, firm.
    • Finish
      92 92
      semi-long finish, could be a little longer, in terms of taste in line with the taste notes.

  12. gaboruso scored this whisky 83 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      81 81

  13. Whisky.Hedonist.MY scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      85 85
      A nice fruity nose, sweet and full of berries, chocolates, candies. Gets better with time in the glass. More expressive.
    • Taste
      83 83
      Slightly acidic, fruits, sherry, berries.
    • Finish
      82 82
      Slightly bitter, dry and fruity. Not very long.

  14. Funtik scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

  15. Don Cassi scored this whisky 79 points Expert Senior

    In the nose leather, wood and in the background some blood orange. In the mouth surprisingly sweet and a bit spicy, not as oily as the 15-year-old and very barrel-heavy. A lot of oak and dark sherry notes with a bit of bitterness on the finish. In comparison, I prefer the 15.

    Grade: 2

  16. MrDvorak scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    RATING: 87pts – |87 – 89 (B+) → Great| — Always nice to have a bottle of this.
    • Nose
      88 88
      The nose has a sweet and fruity profile with delicious hints of stewed strawberry, milk chocolate and apple pie.
    • Taste
      87 87
      The taste is thick and sweet with notes of crispy apple pie, peppery oak, strawberry jam and chocolate.
    • Finish
      87 87
      The finish is medium and fades slowly with nice nuances of baking spices, chocolate and dried fruits.

  17. The_Osprey scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

    The Dalmore 18, 43%. Very dark orange with a red hue. Aroma is orange red and purple Starburst sweets, slight plastic and sherry, beautiful mixed berries, damp wood, dates. I like it! Taste is super smooth and easy, rounded and juicy. Easy and even a touch lacking in oomf perhaps. The first impression in the mouth lacks punch. Saltiness builds alongside some wood and fruit-spice. It's creamy and easy, with good and balanced flavours. I like Dalmore whiskies a lot and this is no exception although they can lack punch and complexity. You cannot fault the balance and drinkability though, which are first rate. If this were bottled at 48% I reckon it would be pretty special. (3.7/88)

  18. KeesD scored this whisky 92 points Expert Senior

    I would give almost 100 points, I have not tasted a better one so far. But I keep the remaining 3 points in case there is still a tastier one ...

  19. Whisky Hamster scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    Who would've thunk? A decent official Dalmore sub 100 EUR (at the time of purchase!). XD At least they upped it to 43% abv. To be honest, this one gains over time with air exposure. First, it was more like 84 p. but it gets better and develops a real nice Highland style with herbal notes, spices, etc. But it's pretty well hidden away at first sip. Take your time and don't give your bottle away too quickly. This one's actually kinda fun even for experienced maltsters.

  20. AXEoftheNORTH scored this whisky 92 points Member Senior

    Aroma: vanilla, dark chocolate, oranges and cinnamon.
    Taste: Chocolate candied citrus fruits combined with coffee, nutmeg and cloves.
    Finish: Spicy with oak and citrus notes.

  21. Koning scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    I was surprised by 18 years old. It's fresher and more complex than the 15 (which is darker but a bit thin). It showcases a variety of oranges, which combine well with the more nutty and herbal notes.
    • Nose
      86 86
      Fresher than expected: citrus fruits and apple, some vanilla and walnuts. Marzipan and dark chocolate and some nutmeg. No sherry-bomb!
    • Taste
      88 88
      Full on juicy oranges, reminiscent of Cointreau (triple sec). Some nectarines and figs add to the fruitiness before a dried herbs and more nutty notes appear. Some marzipan again. Very nice!
    • Finish
      86 86
      Rather full with tangerines and oranges. Some dried herbs again : thyme with some heather honey. It's slightly oily and waxy and a trace of smoke is noticible.

  22. Gous scored this whisky 84 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      84 84
    • Finish
      84 84

  23. Foudos scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      84 84
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      82 82

  24. LordTim scored this whisky 94 points Member Senior

    Christmas cake, frosting and dried dark fruits. Beautiful balanced aroma with exceptional bourbon foundations, plus sherry without any annoying flavor. This one smells better than its tastes yet those two sensations are not far away.

  25. wbarchive_875995 did not rate this whisky Expert Junior

    Crispy apple pie with stewed strawberry, almond, vanilla, apricot jam and dry wood.

    RATING: 88pts - [n23,t21,f22,b22] → |86-89: Remarkable|

  26. dram-drinker scored this whisky 85 points Photo Moderator

    Pretty good on the nose, unfortunately a bit too much of soapy notes on the palate, but going away in the finish
    • Nose
      90 90
      Intense fruity, apricot, jam, strawberry, plum, little spices, wet tobacco, hints of dried fruits - very good
    • Taste
      82 82
      Very oily, creamy, little sirupy, subtle sweetness, fruity, flowery, little soapy notes, spices, pepper, oak wood
    • Finish
      84 84
      Long, warm, spicy, little sweet

  27. valery77 scored this whisky 87 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      Vanilla, boiled sugar, almonds, apple pits, cotton candy, creamy caramel, freshly sawn board, fruit candies, very light and delicate notes of a carpentry workshop, dried apricots and other dried fruits. 22
    • Taste
      Medium-bodied, moderately sweet. Black pepper and other spices, creamy caramel, oak shades, balsamic notes, salt, unsweetened dried apricots, dried prunes, woody tannins. 21
    • Finish
      Medium to long, tannic, slightly astringent. 22
      Calm, but interesting and non-trivial whisky. Balance 22
      Total 87

  28. Malthead19 scored this whisky 87 points Connoisseur

    - a very ripe, delicious sherry malt
    - has a very light, soft mouthfeel (almost too thin for some people => ideal for beginners)
    - for all super drinkable, very elegant, typical gentleman whisky
    - a little more refined and better (more elegant) than the 15, but not twice as expensive

    odor

    very mild, fruity, subtle, sweet, berries, sweet fruits / sherry

    taste

    extremely soft approach, very elegant, filigree, sweet and fruity, sweetish sherry taste, subtle oak in the background, somewhat bitter at the end

    Finish

    very soft, medium-long fruity finish;
    medium-long woody-fruity, slightly bitter finish

  29. Kumachan scored this whisky 84 points Expert Senior

    The nose reveals nice vinous notes, old wood, a cigar box where tobacco leaves have remained, then, the fruits are presented gently with prune, raisins and red fruits.
    A fairly short time will give way to spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla.

    On the palate, the texture is tender, the winey notes of the nose are present, olorosso and plum.
    The nut dominates in the company of chocolate and mocha.
    Aeration opens the doors to the freshness which therefore accompanies this depth with a burst of lemon, a sign that the American oak has not been swallowed by the Sherry cask.

    The finish stretches out with a sweet, spicy, vanilla sensation.

  30. GJR scored this whisky 84 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      82 82
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      84 84

  31. Squinugie scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      84 84

  32. SRB scored this whisky 81 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      82 82
    • Taste
      81 81
    • Finish
      79 79

  33. Totoro scored this whisky 81 points Connoisseur

    A big fat disappointment (especially if you factor in the price). Give me the 12 or the 15 over this any day.
    Cardboardy, thin, weak, and woody. Its only saving grace is the finish, when the lovely Dalmore spirit character comes through with a late burst of juicy, sticky-sweet oranges. But alas: too little, too late...

  34. gallfux did not rate this whisky Expert Senior

    In itself certainly not a bad malt. But there is too little tension in it for me. Overall neat. But I do not have to have a big bottle.

  35. Dris scored this whisky 83 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      84 84
    • Taste
      82 82
    • Finish
      81 81

  36. stefbosman scored this whisky 86 points Member Junior

  37. stefbosman scored this whisky 86 points Member Junior

  38. Kensay scored this whisky 84 points Expert Senior

    For 18 years it is rather weak, especially in the body, although the aroma is very good and promised much more than it turned out in the end. A good option for a feast, but certainly not for thoughtful testing.
    • Nose
      Very good nose, cigar smoke, sherry notes, prunes and dried fruits, gently and balanced
    • Taste
      wine notes, wood, as it is very dull after the aroma
    • Finish
      the finish is light, sherry notes with an admixture of dried fruits, dried plums and raisins.

  39. JNuyts scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      85 85
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      86 86

  40. Lorion scored this whisky 83 points Expert Senior

    Very pleasant and really delicious. Unexpected 83 points!
    • Nose
      Beguiling, sweet nose. Dark fruits. Almost a little sparkling in the nose over time, which is somewhat contrary to the otherwise heavy and set sherry aroma. An interesting combination.
    • Taste
      Chocolate, cherry, pipe tobacco. Spice remains after swallowing.
    • Finish
      Medium-long, spicy-chocolatey.

  41. Steven79 scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      84 84
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      84 84

  42. Tuctu scored this whisky 86 points Expert Junior

  43. AquaVitae scored this whisky 86 points Member Senior

    The nose is fresh with oranges, peach and blossoms. Structured and layered.
    Finish is medium (long for Dalmore).
    Stand out among the Dalmore OB's.

  44. Rien scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      86 86

  45. Martin1965 scored this whisky 92 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      Sherry, citrus, orange, cinnamon, vanilla
    • Taste
      Creamy, Chocolate, Spicy, Sherry
    • Finish
      Long and spicy

      Very complex Malt - great 18er with very good quality

  46. LeChiffre scored this whisky 83 points Connoisseur

    He did not like my nose so much, but it had interesting flavors in my taste. A little more alcohol would do him good. The price is for the offered but too high.
    • Nose
      79 79
      Sherry; spicy; fruity and sweet; citrus; Cinnamon; some chocolate; difficult to define slightly unpleasant note resonates
    • Taste
      84 84
      quite soft; spicy-sweet; tart notes of coffee; nutty; Chocolate notes; a little vanilla
    • Finish
      85 85
      little sweet; tart and spicy; chocolatey; Coffee; Oak; citrus notes

  47. el Gato scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      87 87
      Vanilla. Marmelade. Marzipane. Apricots. Raspberry juice. Raisins. With time, even more dried fruits. Figs.
    • Taste
      86 86
      Oily. Dried fruits- Lemon, banana. Cardamom. Jammy
    • Finish
      86 86
      Medium long. Tobacco. Dried fruits. Some bitterness and soft spices.

  48. Lebenswassertester scored this whisky 87 points Expert Junior

    • Nose
      first orange marmalade, cherries then herbs that become spicier over time
    • Taste
      slightly dry, slightly acidic
    • Finish
      medium, again cherries and herbs

  49. mema82 scored this whisky 87 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      86 86

  50. ctu scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    Pleasant, complex Dalmore, but on higher ABV would works well.
    • Nose
      85 85
      Sweet and sour citruses, oak, marzipan, raisin, fig and date, spices, chocolate.
    • Taste
      86 86
      Powerful start, creamy. Honey, caramel, orange, raisin, oak, tea and milk coffee.
    • Finish
      85 85
      Medium length, creamy, fruity, sherried.

  51. Einfach_Supi scored this whisky 80 points Expert Senior

    A strange scent surrounds my olfactory bulb..red fruits, yes, but somehow fermented sour. A touch of cowshed. After a while comes Waldhonig, herb meadow. Everything looks perfumed. In the mouth then extremely mild, almost watery, light sweetness, a hint of multi-fruit jam puts on the tongue. Departure oily-sweet, now the alcohol burns quite easily, rather short pleasure. At the very end a slight bitterness.

  52. LiquidThoughts scored this whisky 87 points Connoisseur

    Great sherry standard in the 18s range, which does not seem too old and not too young, nice thing.
    • Nose
      Dark chocolate, oranges, cinnamon, stollen, leather and vanilla, very round but aromatic sherry synase of an OAs halt;)
    • Taste
      Orange in dark chocolate, dark berries, ginger, clove, ground coffee, chocolates, some lemon in between
    • Finish
      Dry spicy with sherry notes, again coffee and oak

  53. spigray scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      82 82
    • Finish
      86 86

  54. spigray scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    nothing I would have to buy, still a decent dram. I did not like the perfumy taste.
    85/100
    • Nose
      quite spicy with toasted bread, orange jam, cinnamon. also some nuts and marzipan. very soft caramel and a hint of oak.
      all in all a little shy but very rounded, lacking a bit of complexity.
    • Taste
      fragrant, slightly perfumy, blossoms, oranges, honey, caramel and warm bread.
    • Finish
      long, slightly oaky and slightly bitter

  55. Andytka3 scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    Nose:- Warm ripe orange, sweet marmalade. Soft fragrant of wet tree branches, mossy. Touch of enticing lemon zest. Forest.

    Palate:- Full body. Intense sweet sherry with waves of stewed fruits, profound matured wood note. Tangs of black tea tannin.

    Finish:- Long, silky and fruity finish. Buttery chocolate lingers.

    — at The Whisky Bar, Kuala Lumpur.
    • Nose
      87 87
    • Taste
      87 87
    • Finish
      88 88

  56. dRambo scored this whisky 84 points Connoisseur

    At first it is too bitter for me, becomes more balanced with the second and third sip and milder in the bitterness - the aromas become clearer. Raisin sweetness, syrupy, woody, chocolate bitter and for the 18 years very voluminous (ripe / old) - I miss a little acid for a more balanced taste. I do not need more than the 4cl sample. Nevertheless, a significant increase to 15er or 12er and by far the best from the series.
    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      82 82
    • Finish
      86 86

  57. normand1972 scored this whisky 90 points Member Senior

    • Nose
      91 91
    • Taste
      90 90
    • Finish
      89 89

  58. Kalle208 scored this whisky 87 points Member Senior

    sweet, creamy, spicy ... I think it's good
    • Nose
      Vanilla, milk coffee, vanilla ice cream, mums anise biscuits
    • Taste
      soft and sweet, slightly onset oak, espresso, slight bitterness
    • Finish
      Spicy and medium in length

  59. Butz75 scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      86 86

  60. Jaydee scored this whisky 89 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      90 90
    • Taste
      90 90
    • Finish
      90 90

  61. pianoman scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      Bitter chocolate. Mandarin and sherry. Pancakes with lemon juice. Earthy, slightly sandy.
    • Taste
      Orange, grapefruit. Dark chocolate. Some Campari soda. Dry, medium long.

  62. maltaholic scored this whisky 86 points Connoisseur

    He smells quite interesting, somehow different, has his own character. He is spicy, mature. After some time, it becomes very soft, beautiful oak, apple, a little vanilla. I'm not a big fan of Dalmore, but I like this one very much.

  63. Cast Olila scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      83 83
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      84 84

  64. GLEN MAUR scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      83 83
    • Taste
      86 86
    • Finish
      84 84

  65. jankes scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      86 86
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      85 85

  66. Dalm did not rate this whisky Expert Senior

    Aroma: Sherry, plums, citrus, peach, cinnamon, spices
    Taste: spicy, coffee, slightly bitter, chocolate, sherry
    Finish: long, strong, lemon grass, spicy, chocolate

  67. Betsie scored this whisky 89 points Member Senior

    • Nose
      90 90
    • Taste
      88 88
    • Finish
      89 89

  68. Ciro scored this whisky 89 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      89 89
    • Taste
      88 88
    • Finish
      89 89

  69. MadScientist scored this whisky 84 points Connoisseur

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      80 80

  70. Butz75 scored this whisky 86 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      83 83
    • Finish
      85 85

  71. Paulski88 scored this whisky 89 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      92 92
    • Taste
      88 88
    • Finish
      90 90

  72. rottendon scored this whisky 85 points Connoisseur

    very decent whisky, with which you can spend quite a while. I miss something for the top whisky. He is a bit too flowery for me personally, more settlement would be nice.
    • Nose
      Lemon peel, or even lemongrass at the very beginning, goes quickly and comes back very ethereal later. Dates, a little chocolate and vanilla, the much-described cinnamon I can not find. For something indefinable, the citrus date? Already pretty complex the whole thing.
    • Taste
      clear coffee, slightly sour, little sweet chocolate, a bit nutty, something delicious, which I can not grasp, warm and strong, in comparison to the aroma rather one-dimensional, to the finish again multi-layered.
    • Finish
      the coffee goes quite fast and leaves something floral, (jasmine?) and lemongrass with a clear Nussigkeit. The finish is not too long.

  73. Alex scored this whisky 81 points Expert Senior

    Round, mellow and rich, but a bit too much on toffee and orangeade

  74. Magnus Hillman scored this whisky 88 points Expert Senior

    This was really good. Much better than the 12, 15 and King Alexander in my opinion. Higher ABV would probably have helped it further but this is without any doubt a really good whisky.

    (Rating interval 86-89)
    • Nose
      Sweet and spicy with brown sugar, cinnamon, cardamom and hint of all spice. Some milk chocolate, raisins, figs, dates and black cherries. 
    • Taste
      Spicy with nutmeg, cinnamon and black pepper. Malty, maltsugar, syrup, dried dates and figs and fresh dark plums. 
    • Finish
      Burnt sugar, candied orange, prunes, black pepper, brine and aromatic oak.

  75. fop scored this whisky 88 points Expert Junior

    It takes a while but when the bottle is open for a while it turns out to be a great whisky. Wonderfull nose, good balance. 88 points on my scale.

  76. MB28 scored this whisky 85 points Expert Senior

    • Nose
      88 88
    • Taste
      85 85
    • Finish
      83 83

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