Dailuaine 16 years Flora & Fauna

A complicated single malt whisky, full and sweet, yet also citric-fresh, that can impress mightily. An unusual combination of freshness and richness, this 16-year-old single malt whisky has a sherried style with a sweetness and a nuttiness that you can sit and savour.

Serving Suggestion: Dailuaine works best served in a traditional whisky glass, neat or with a little water.

Tasting notes:

Appearance: Rich amber; light mahogany.

Body: Full, rich bodied.

Nose: A deep nose. The immediate impression is of Cheddar cheese rind, backed by old Madeira. The after-dinner mode continues with walnuts and light butterscotch, but after a while, the whisky settles and becomes more orangey - old oranges, with hard peel and over-ripe inside. With water, the cheese rind becomes cheesecloth then damp muslin; the old orange becomes fresher, with some lemony notes - like a mixture of orange and lemon juice, then settles as candied peel. The nose is an interesting combination of freshness and maturity. Some sandalwood after a while, and light toffee, which increases over time.

Palate: Straight, the whisky is full, sweet and warming. Reduced, the profile is similar. It retains its citric freshness, but with deeper currents, and a trace of Highland toffee.

Finish: Warming, with a light nutty aftertaste.

Dailuaine Distillery

Dailuaine Distillery is located in the Speyside region, near the village of Carron in Moray. Founded in 1852 by William Mackenzie, Dailuaine has a rich history in whisky production and is known for its high-quality single malts. The distillery is picturesquely located at the foot of Mount Ben Rinnes, which provides a constant source of pure water.

A unique feature of Dailuaine is the use of worm tubs, a traditional cooling system that contributes to the full and complex flavour profile of their whiskies. Dailuaine whiskies are known for their robust and full-bodied character, with rich notes of malt, dried fruit, honey and a subtle spiciness. The distillery matures its whiskies mainly in ex-bourbon and sherry casks, making for a deep and complex taste experience.

Dailuaine mainly produces whisky for blends, but their single malts are also loved by connoisseurs for their unique character and depth. The combination of a beautiful location, traditional techniques and high-quality production makes Dailuaine a respected name among whisky connoisseurs worldwide.