Review #37 - Whisk(e)y #23 A 1L travel exclusive bottle bought on discount for only 50 euros, which seems like a very good deal for Dalmore, especially given that usually it is found in the 85-140 euro range. The whisky is matured in ex-bourbon, tawny port and matusalem sherry casks, providing a mix that is typical for higher end Dalmore releases. The colour is deep amber-orange and rather dark, probably both from old sherry casks and E150 colouring (not just E150 as it is usually noted), but with long legs and oiliness in the glass. Nose - very potent, fragrant and complex nose, especially for 40% ABV, very smooth, sweet, fruity (both sweet and dried fruit), malt, nutty, woody, orangey and honey, with some vanilla as well. Palate - balanced and nutty-malty spiciness on the front end which leads into a very sweet and fruity-orangey mid-palate. It is very approachable and smooth, with barely any alcohol. Upon further tasting it develops a nice, warming spiciness (not sharp) which is pleasant. Finish - medium, oily, tangerines, apricots, sweet and some metallic taste on the back palatte. After it gets a bit of air it develops a slight orange peel-dark chocolate bitterness with a slight aroma of milk chocolate a bit earlier on. It is very pleasant and approachable, and at 33 euros per 700ml (50 euros per 1L), it is more than a fair price for this brand and whisky, feeling like an absolute steal (despite the hate it gets). To be honest, it is very similar to Chivas Regal 18 in terms of flavour profile on the mid-palate, especially when it comes to the strong nutty maltiness. Rating System: 5.0 - Perfect 4.5 - Exceptional 4.0 - Very Good 3.5 - Good 3.0 - Decent 2.5 - Average 2.0 - Below Average 1.5 - Barely Drinkable 1.0 - Undrinkable 0.5 - JB