The 12-point Royal Stag proudly adorns each bottle of The Dalmore. It encapsulates the distillery’s regal legacy, dating back to 1263. The emblem was bestowed upon Colin of Kintail, the first chieftain of Clan Mackenzie, after he saved the life of King Alexander III of Scotland from the fury of a charging stag.
The Dalmore distillery was founded in 1839 by Alexander Matheson, a merchant adventurer determined to create an exceptional single malt whisky. In 1867, descendants of Clan Mackenzie took control of the distillery. One of their first changes was to adorn every bottle of The Dalmore with the stag to guarantee a sign of peerless quality.
The spirit is initially matured in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels, giving it a base of soft vanilla and honey notes. A proportion of the spirit is then transferred into the finest Sherry casks, some of which have previously held rare and aged Oloroso Sherry. These carefully curated casks enhance the whisky's rich character.
Nose: Citrus fruits, chocolate, aromatic spices
Palate: Seville oranges, dried fruits, and hints of vanilla pods
Finish: Roasted coffee and dark chocolate
Glenmorangie Distillery
Balblair Distillery
Dalwhinnie Distillery
Clynelish Distillery
Bunnahabhain Distillery
Ardmore Distillery
Dalmore Distillery
