Four decades in the making. A lifetime of craftsmanship. And a whisky that belongs among the finest expressions of Scotland's distilling heritage.
Some whiskies are made to be enjoyed. Others are made to be remembered. The Dalmore 40 Year Old 2024 Edition falls firmly into the latter category.
An extraordinary Highland single malt, matured for an astonishing four decades, this exceptional release represents the pinnacle of The Dalmore's expertise in cask selection, maturation and the art of whisky making.
Founded in 1839, The Dalmore has long been celebrated for its richly layered, luxurious single malts. Under the guidance of legendary Master Distiller Richard Paterson OBE, the distillery has built an enviable reputation for creating some of the world's most sought-after aged whiskies. The 40 Year Old is a magnificent demonstration of that legacy.
The journey begins with maturation in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels, developing the whisky's foundational character of vanilla, honeyed sweetness and elegant oak. After decades of patient ageing, the spirit is divided into carefully selected parcels for further maturation.
One portion is transferred into 30-year-old Matusalem Oloroso sherry casks from the renowned González Byass bodega, introducing extraordinary richness, dried fruit and warming spice. Another is matured in exceptionally rare Graham's 1970 Colheita Port casks, adding further layers of luxurious fruit and complexity.
The whiskies are then expertly married, creating an expression of remarkable depth, elegance and harmony.
On the nose, a captivating bouquet of cherries, ripe plums and sultanas unfolds alongside toffee apple and fragrant vanilla. The palate is beautifully indulgent, revealing layers of orange peel, rich chocolate truffles, traditional marmalade and crushed walnuts. The experience concludes with an exceptionally long, refined finish of Black Forest fruits, poached pear, caramel and dark chocolate.
And then there's the presentation.
Housed in an exquisite Baccarat crystal decanter, adorned with The Dalmore's iconic Royal Stag emblem crafted by Hamilton & Inches, this is as much a work of art as it is an extraordinary whisky. Presented in a luxurious display case, it is a spectacular addition to any serious whisky collection.
Forty years of patience, extraordinary casks and generations of expertise, captured in a single bottle.
For the discerning collector, the passionate whisky enthusiast or someone celebrating a truly exceptional milestone, The Dalmore 40 Year Old 2024 Edition is a rare opportunity to own a remarkable piece of Scotch whisky history.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep, rich amber with warm copper and mahogany reflections.
Nose: Luxurious aromas of cherries, plums, sultanas, toffee apple and delicate vanilla pod.
Palate: Wonderfully rich and complex, with orange peel, chocolate truffles, Old English marmalade and crushed walnuts.
Finish: Exceptionally long and elegant, with Black Forest fruits, poached pear, caramel and dark chocolate.
Product Details
Distillery: The Dalmore
Region: Highlands, Scotland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 40 Years
Edition: 2024 Annual Release
Initial Maturation: American white oak ex-bourbon barrels
Additional Cask Maturation: 30-year-old Matusalem Oloroso sherry casks and Graham's 1970 Colheita Port casks
ABV: 42%
Bottle Size: 700ml
Presentation: Baccarat crystal decanter featuring the iconic Royal Stag emblem, housed in a luxury presentation case
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