The Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a distinctive Highland expression designed with richness, structure, and indulgence in mind. Crafted at The Dalmore Distillery, it is matured in a combination of American white oak ex-bourbon casks before being further developed in rare Matusalem Oloroso sherry casks and Cabernet Sauvignon wine barriques. This multi-cask approach gives the whisky a layered, full-bodied profile that leans into both sweetness and spice, creating a style that feels deliberately bold yet carefully composed.
Originally conceived to complement the flavours of fine cigars, this whisky carries a deeper, more robust character than many Highland malts. There's a pronounced richness running through it—dark fruits, chocolate, and warming spice - balanced by brighter notes of citrus and red berries that keep it from becoming overly heavy. The texture is rounded and generous, allowing flavours to unfold steadily across the palate, making it particularly well suited to slow sipping where its complexity can fully develop.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Cinnamon, vanilla, and red fruits with a warm, slightly spiced sweetness.
Palate:
Tropical fruits, banana toffee, and creamy vanilla, supported by subtle spice and oak.
Finish:
Orange zest, dark chocolate, and lingering crushed spices with a rich, warming fade.
