Dailuaine 16 Year Old 2008 Infrequent Flyers - 70cl 54.4%

Dailuaine Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located in the Speyside region of Scotland. It was established in 1852 by William McKenzie. Dailuaine is known for producing high-quality malt whisky, primarily used in blends, particularly for brands like Johnnie Walker. Dailuaine was at a time in the 19th century, Speyside's largest distillery, and it was home to Scotland's first pagoda roofed kiln. That distillery perished in a fire however, in 1917. The newly rebuilt distillery was acquired by DCL (now Diageo) who used its "meaty" spirit as a filler for their many blends. As with most of the single malt operations in the Diageo portfolio, the Flora & Fauna release was Dailuaine's first ever distillery bottling. It has a traditional style with copper pot stills, and it uses some old-fashioned methods in its production, which gives its whisky a rich, deep flavor profile. The core flavor notes often include rich malt, dark fruits, spices, and a hint of oak, making it a favorite among whisky enthusiasts who enjoy more robust drams.