Dalmore Distillery
- Alness, Scotland
About Dalmore Distillery
Dalmore distillery, nestled along the picturesque banks of the Cromarty Firth, sits in Alness, approximately 20 miles north of Inverness. Its name derives from the nearby Black Isle’s Gaelic term, meaning “big meadowland.”
Established in 1839 by Alexander Matheson, the distillery was later acquired by Andrew and Charles Mackenzie in 1867. Later on, in 1960, Whyte & Mackay took control of Dalmore, expanding its range beyond the 12-year-old expression to include a diverse selection of whiskies, including specialty and luxury offerings.
The distillery’s water is sourced from the river Averon, flowing from Loch Morie in the Northern Highlands, contributing to its smooth, floral Highland malt flavor profile. Dalmore’s unique distillation process involves wash stills with flat tops and varying capacities, resulting in nuanced flavors. Additionally, its spirit stills employ external shell and tube condensers, reminiscent of traditional worm pipes. Each Dalmore product matures in a combination of American white oak bourbon casks and exclusive aged sherry casks from Gonzalez Byass, personally selected by master distiller Richard Paterson.
Dalmore Whisky Cask Ownership - The Facts
Founded: 1839
Region: Highland
Distillery Status: Working
Water Source: Averon river
Dalmore is a renowned distillery located in Scotland with a rich heritage in producing fine whiskies. The rarity and quality of their products makes them desirable to collectors and enthusiasts, only increasing their value over time.
Whisky typically gains value as it ages and matures in the cask. The longer it remains in the cask, the more it has the potential to develop complexity and depth of flavors. We offer cask purchase programs that allow you to select the type of cask and aging duration, providing you with control over the maturation process.
Buying a cask allows you to own a unique piece of Bladnoch’s Kirkcowan Spirit production and a part of Bladnoch’s history. As the availability of aged and limited-edition whiskies decreases over time, the scarcity of these bottles can drive up their value.
Whisky has experienced growing popularity worldwide, particularly with the rise of collectors and investors seeking alternative assets. If the demand for premium Scotch whisky remains strong or continues to increase, it could positively impact the investment potential of your Kirkcowan Spirit (Bladnoch) cask. Recently we have seen the price of a standard bottle of Bladnoch rise from £40 to £80.