The Dalmore 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky
The Dalmore 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky is a 12-year-old Highland single malt at 40% ABV (80 proof), matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks and finished in rare, aged Oloroso sherry casks — the entry point to The Dalmore's house style of bourbon-cask freshness married to deep sherry richness. Distilled on the shores of the Cromarty Firth at the Alness distillery founded in 1839, it delivers the distillery's signature orange-and-chocolate character at its most approachable. A 750mL bottle. Order Scotch whisky online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: 12 years
- Origin: Alness, Scottish Highlands — The Dalmore Distillery
- Casks: American white oak ex-bourbon, finished in aged Oloroso sherry casks
Where the Dalmore Journey Begins
Every Dalmore age statement builds on the same architecture — ex-bourbon bones, sherry flesh — and the 12 shows the blueprint cleanly. The oloroso finish brings Seville orange and dark chocolate over the bourbon cask's vanilla and citrus, a combination that has made this the distillery's best-known bottle. Step up through The Dalmore range to the 15, 18 and beyond, or compare it with sherry-cask-finished bourbons for a study in contrasts.
Tasting Notes
Official thedalmore.com notes: citrus fruits, chocolate and aromatic spices on the aroma; Seville oranges, dried fruits and hints of vanilla pods on the palate; roasted coffee and dark chocolate on the finish.
How to Enjoy
An ideal introductory single malt — neat, or with a small splash of water. It also makes a superb Rob Roy, where the sherry finish echoes the sweet vermouth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Dalmore 12 a good first single malt? Yes — its balance of bourbon-cask sweetness and sherry richness makes it one of the most approachable Highland malts.
What does the sherry finish add? The aged Oloroso casks contribute dried fruit, chocolate and roasted-coffee depth over the ex-bourbon vanilla and citrus base.
What proof is The Dalmore 12? 80 proof (40% ABV).
Start the Dalmore journey here — order The Dalmore 12 Year Old online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.