The Dalmore Cigar Malt Signature Reserve Aged 18 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 750 mL
Overview
The Dalmore Cigar Malt Signature Reserve Aged 18 Years is a luxurious Highland Single Malt created to deliver the richness and structure needed to complement a fine cigar while remaining exceptional as a standalone sipping whisky. Aged for 18 years, this expression begins its maturation in American white oak ex-Bourbon barrels before being finished across an exceptional combination of Marsala casks, Cabernet Sauvignon barriques, Cabernet Franc barriques, and Matusalem Oloroso Sherry casks. The five-cask maturation creates a deeply layered profile of dark fruit, chocolate, orange, warming spice, and mature oak. Bottled at 46% ABV, it is presented at natural color and is non-chill filtered.
🥃 Tasting Notes
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Nose: Rich aromas of chocolate orange, dried fig, dark fruits, aromatic sandalwood, and subtle woody spice.
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Palate: Full-bodied and luxurious with layers of forest berries, sticky dates, orange marmalade, dark chocolate, and warming cinnamon spice.
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Finish: Long, elegant, and lingering with dark fruit, nutmeg, cinnamon, and mature oak.
🔍 Key Details
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Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Brand: The Dalmore
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Expression: Cigar Malt Signature Reserve
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Age: 18 Years
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Proof / ABV: 92 Proof (46% ABV)
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Size: 750 mL
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Region: Highlands, Scotland
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Distillery: The Dalmore Distillery
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Initial Maturation: American White Oak Ex-Bourbon Barrels
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Additional Casks: Marsala, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Matusalem Oloroso Sherry
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Filtration: Non-Chill Filtered
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Color: Natural Color
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Profile: Rich, dark, fruity, and complex with chocolate, orange marmalade, dried fruit, warming spice, and mature oak
🍸 How to Enjoy It
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Neat: The ideal way to experience the full complexity of its 18-year maturation and five-cask influence.
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With a few drops of water: Opens additional layers of dark fruit, chocolate, citrus, and warming spice.
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Allow it to rest: Giving the whisky several minutes in the glass allows its rich fruit and aromatic oak characteristics to develop.
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With a fine cigar: Specifically composed to maintain its richness and character alongside the intensity of a premium cigar.
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Special occasions: An excellent choice for milestone celebrations, luxury whisky tastings, and memorable pours.
✅ Who It’s For
The Dalmore Cigar Malt Signature Reserve Aged 18 Years is ideal for Dalmore collectors, Highland Scotch enthusiasts, and whisky drinkers seeking a mature, richly layered single malt. Its combination of an 18-year age statement, five-cask maturation, 46% ABV, natural color, and non-chill-filtered presentation makes it a sophisticated addition to a premium Scotch collection, particularly for those who appreciate dark fruit, chocolate, sherry, wine-cask influence, and refined oak.
