Dalmore 12 Year Kyndal

Since i discovered the magic of whisky auctions back in 2020, two things have happened: 1.- i am the poorest man alive, y have spent way more than i can afford; and, 2.- i have been drinking some very good whiskies, way above the average. Having said all that, this review is about the Dalmore Kyndal, a super rare 12yo expression of this distillery, which was given only to their workers on the 15 of october in 2001. Kyndal was a subsidiary company of Whyte & Mackay, who was responsible for Dalmore for a very short period of time. This special edition was never on sale to the public, but you know, i have my ways to get my hands on whisky ;) Bottled at 40%abv, tawny color. On the nose, it is one of the most appealing Dalmores out there, and to say that, is a lot. Super clean notes of raisins, figs, cherries, dehydrated oranges, super sweet and fruity really. Fruitcake, candied fruits and lemon. After a first sip, the aroma went crazy good, releasing maple syrup, coffee, chocolate and home made dulce de leche. On the palate, it is a good dram, but it feels more like a transition to a great aftertaste. Very winey, oranges, very astringent. A second sip gave me caramel, toffee and condensed milk. Aftertaste is amazing. Tobacco, dark chocolate, prunes, suphuric and salty. Really long and salty finish, that is something different on this Dalmore. Acid, dry. Overall this is a great Dalmore expression, my conclusion is that distillery workers drink better than i do, lol. My score for this beauty is 94 over 100.