Dailuaine 2012/2022 - Malts of Scotland
Delicate, Juicy, Oak, Vanilla2024-12-01
Smell
The Dailuaine reveals its complexity from the very first inhalation. A malty base is accompanied by sultanas soaked in rum and a hint of cream and custard. The fragrance is dense and rich, almost heavy. Another inhale and the flavours of buttery red apple crumble, pear and peach syrup emerge. The olfactory experience is rounded off with notes of honey, pear and butter biscuits. A hint of cream caramel and sultanas gives the whisky a pleasant sweetness, which is complemented by hints of apple sauce, vanilla and coconut shell.
Taste
On the palate, the Single Malt unfolds with an oily, rich texture. The interplay of apple-pear compote and vanilla custard forms the prelude, followed by a subtle herbal note and a hint of wine gum. The lemon zest adds a refreshing citrus note that harmonises perfectly with the buttery apple crumble. White grape, rum and stewed pear contribute to the fruity depth, while hints of varnished wood and ginger add a spicy complexity. This bottling offers a rare balance between fruit, sweetness and spice that we really like.
Finish
The finish of the Speysider is long-lasting and warming. A gentle spiciness, dominated by pepper and ginger, leaves a pleasant aftertaste. Mixed fruits marinated in rum, apple crumble and a subtle woody note round off the experience.
Thoughts
The Dailuaine 2012/2022 from Malts of Scotland shows once again that the proportion of only around two per cent of production that goes on sale as a single malt is far too low. We have found an absolutely solid, tasty and well-balanced bottling here, which we would buy again at any time.