Dailuaine 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi Laudale Batch 3 (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 46%           Age: 12 Years            Country: Scotland

This single malt whisky was distilled at the Dailuaine distillery before being placed in first fill Sherry casks and left to mature for 12 years. It was bottled at 46% abv as part of the Laudale Range. The Dailuaine distillery is known for producing whisky that is meaty and malty with cereals and plenty of fruity components.

Dailuaine derives from the Scottish Gaelic ‘An dail uaine’ meaning ‘green valley’. This distilleries whiskies are rarely seen and sought after when they are available. Owners Diageo use the malt from the distillery in blends, mainly Johnnie Walker. Only the best casks make it out to be independently bottled. Available usually at cask strength as a vintage or aged statement.

Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. The Laudale Range is named after the Laudale Estate on the West Coast of Scotland.

Only 1420 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution.

Tasting Notes

Palate: Treacle sponge with waxy Seville orange peel and clotted Crème Anglaise.

Finish: Cadbury’s Twix with hazelnut oil and dark chocolate.