This is a perfectly drinkable whisky, particularly as an aperitif after a heavy meal. It’s perfect for people who don’t like scotch, smoke cigars, and have lots of disposable income. I have three fundamental issues with this scotch before I even get into the taste. 1/ the abv (40%) is ridiculously low. 43% should be the minimum allowable and I personally set a floor of 46 these days unless it’s exceptional quality. 2/ it’s chill filtered and colored. If you’re going to age in 3 different sherry casks you shouldn’t need dye. Let the casks prove their quality! 3/ it’s expensive for what you get. Given the price of single malts and the 15yr age statement I suppose $130-140 isn’t a ridiculous premium, but it’s a lot given the above and below. On top of that, the wood imparts a rather harsh and unwelcome leathery cologne tasting note. I’ll probably never have another dalmore and certainly not buy this bottle at this price again. Tasting notes: dark fruits-plums, cherries. Musty Wood. Reminds me of a chocolate covered orange. This would be pleasant as a single dram after a heavy meal but after more than one the dense woody leather aftertaste builds to an unpleasant level.