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Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve, 44%

Price: 180 Issue: Summer 2019 Reviewer: Gavin Smith Category: Single Malt Scotch

Aged in a mix of American white oak barrels, oloroso casks, and cabernet sauvignon barriques. Sherry, vanilla, caramel, ripe cherries, and sultanas on the nose. The palate yields characteristic Dalmore orange, plus brittle toffee, bitter chocolate, and cherry liqueur. Spicy licorice and soft oak in the finish.