As I said yesterday I am very much getting into Dailuaine lately, and of this bottle I could get a sample from my friend Tom. 1966 is his vintage, so he was quite proud of this, and after tasting it, I agree he has every right to be!

Nose:
It smells of old whisky, the age is detectable. There is a light woodiness to it, but a lot less than I expected after 31 years in the cask. Sweet citrus as well and almonds. A slight hint of a full bodied red wine. Leather bound books.

Taste:
The taste gets a bit sweeter than the nose was, with raisins, milk chocolate and more fruit. Strawberry and raspberry mostly. Very smooth and soft, especially for a 56.8% whisky.

Finish:
The finish is smooth and gets a bit stronger after a few seconds. It gets more fruity than the taste. Lots of tropical fruit. Still that ‘old’ taste.

That old taste of libraries, polished leather and a hint of wood is something I like very much. Usually its very hard to find whiskies that have that in any balanced way but here its perfect. I think I am in love with this dram!

Dailuaine 31, 05-1966 – 12-1997, Cadenhead Chairman’s Stock, 56.8%, sold out ages ago.

Nose: 10
Taste:10
Finish:10
Overal Experience:10
Price/quality: ?

Total: 40 points