About This Whisky
The Dalmore 2009 Vintage 15 Year Old is an exceptional Highland single malt Scotch whisky from the distillery's prestigious Vintages Collection. Released through The Whisky Club in July 2026, this exclusive expression showcases carefully selected casks from the 2009 vintage, capturing the rich, complex and elegantly layered character for which The Dalmore is renowned.
Initially matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon barrels, the whisky was further enhanced through finishing in hand-selected Matusalem Oloroso Sherry casks from González Byass and Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port pipes. These exceptional casks contribute remarkable depth, combining dark fruit richness with warming spice and refined oak complexity.
Bottled at 48.9% ABV, with natural colour and without chill filtration, this 15-year-old expression preserves the whisky's full character and texture. Its distinctive combination of Sherry and Tawny Port influences delivers an indulgent, fruit-driven Highland single malt with exceptional richness and balance.
Part of The Dalmore's annual vintage series, this special release offers whisky enthusiasts and collectors an opportunity to experience the distillery's signature multi-cask maturation at its finest.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Chestnut brown.
Nose: Manuka honey, dark plum, freshly cracked black pepper and aromatic clove spice.
Palate: Tart cherries, dates, Seville oranges and fresh figs, complemented by cacao, delicate ginger cake, roasted chestnuts and warming wood spice.
About the Distillery
Founded in 1839 by Alexander Matheson, The Dalmore Distillery is situated in Alness on the shores of the Cromarty Firth in the Scottish Highlands. Renowned for its distinctive house style and exceptional cask maturation, The Dalmore has established itself as one of Scotland's most prestigious single malt whisky producers.
The distillery is particularly celebrated for its pioneering approach to multi-cask maturation, combining American oak with carefully selected Sherry, Port and fine wine casks. Its longstanding relationship with González Byass provides access to exceptional Matusalem Oloroso Sherry casks, contributing to the signature richness and complexity of The Dalmore's whiskies.
The iconic twelve-pointed Royal Stag emblem reflects the distillery's historic connection with Clan Mackenzie, whose family played an influential role in shaping The Dalmore's heritage.
Specifications
- Vintage: 2009
- Age: 15 Years Old
- Spirit Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery: The Dalmore
- Region: Highlands, Scotland
- Country: Scotland
- Initial Maturation: American White Oak Ex-Bourbon Barrels
- Cask Finish: Matusalem Oloroso Sherry Casks and Graham's 10 Year Old Tawny Port Pipes
- Alcohol: 48.9% ABV
- Bottle Size: 700ml
- Chill Filtration: Non-Chill Filtered
- Colouring: Natural Colour
- Collection: The Dalmore Vintages Collection
- Release: July 2026
- Edition: The Whisky Club Exclusive
