Dailuaine | 12 Jahre | 2009/2021 | The Octave | Duncan Taylor | Single Cask #10929646 | 53,1%

Nestled deep in the picturesque Speyside region of Scotland, Dailuaine Distillery is one of the hidden gems of the Scottish whisky world. Founded in 1852 by William Mackenzie, Dailuaine has secured a firm place in the history of Scottish whisky. Today, the distillery is part of the portfolio of Diageo, one of the world's largest spirits companies.

Dailuaine is known for its robust and characterful Single Malt whiskies, typically featuring rich and complex aromas. The use of traditional copper pot stills and the distillery's unique water source contribute to the high quality of the whiskies. Dailuaine whisky is mostly used as an essential component for blends, but the distillery's Single Malt expressions have gained increasing popularity in recent years.

One of the most notable bottlings is the Dailuaine 16 Years Flora & Fauna, known for its distinctive and rich character. This whisky presents notes of sherry, fruits, and a subtle smokiness, offering a layered and appealing flavor profile. Dailuaine whiskies are often matured in sherry casks, adding extra depth and sweet fruity notes.

The architecture of the Dailuaine Distillery is as remarkable as its whiskies. With its characteristic pagoda roof, it is an iconic sight in the Speyside landscape. The distillery has undergone significant investments and modernizations over the years to maintain the high standard of its whisky production.

Despite its important role in the production of blends, Dailuaine remains a relatively unknown distillery, yet its Single Malts are valued by connoisseurs for their quality and uniqueness. Dailuaine Distillery offers lovers of Speyside whiskies the opportunity to delve into the tradition and craftsmanship of Scottish whisky-making and discover exquisite drams that capture the essence of this renowned region.

Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky Limited wurde 1938 gegründet und ist ein spezialisierter, unabhängiger Whiskyabfüller mit großen Sammlungen von gealterten Single Malt und Single Grain Scotch Whiskyfässern.

Heute vertreibt das Unternehmen diese geschätzten Spirituosen über eine beeindruckende Palette preisgekrönter Produktmarken, die alle an seinem Hauptsitz in Huntly abgefüllt werden.

Das Unternehmen ist bekannt für seine Black Bull-Produktreihe von Blended Scotch Whiskys, für Smokin', eine Mischung aus getorften Islay-, Speyside- und Grain-Whiskys. Darüber hinaus werden Malts in einer Reihe von verschiedenen Serien abgefüllt.

Das Unternehmen führte auch Octave-Abfüllungen ein - gealterte Single Malt- und Grain-Whiskys, die für einen zweiten Zeitraum in Oktavfässern gereift sind, um ein breiteres Charakterprofil zu erhalten, ohne den ursprünglichen Charakter des Whiskys zu verdecken.