Dalwhinnie is the single malt distillery renowned for its great value, gentle whiskies. Full of sticky sweetness and a meaty body typical of worm tub distilleries, the Scotch made here was always a blender’s favourite but its own single malts shine too with their flawless, clean, crisp profile. Dalwhinnie 15 Year Old is a standout that has been Dal-winning its way into our hearts for some time now. The Highland single malt was aged in a combination of bourbon and oloroso sherry casks and has just a smidge of smoke running through it to add depth. Delicious stuff.
Aromatic, toffee, fruit salad, lush nectarine, custard. Floral, apple blossom, honeysuckle. Apple peels, pear, touch of smoke.
Malty. Walnuts steeped in manuka honey with vanilla sponge. Gentle smoke weaves its way through the cereal with a touch of spice.
Long, malty, walnut, almond.
Very smooth single malt. Honey and Vanilla hint with a light smokey finish. Delightful!
This was my first Scottish single malt, and I daresay that I picked a great one. The honey and vanilla sponge flavour descriptions are spot on, and the finish is exquisite.
Absolutely gorgeous first time and I love it
I'm a relative newbie to the wonderful world of single malts and this was my first taste of a Highland whisky. Had tried the Island Pete bombs so wanted a whisky that offered a 'counter' to this type. Wasn't disappointed. It's light, fruity and, as is often said, really does taste like malted-honey! Very unlike blends and other malts I have tasted. I think this is more of an 'occasion' dram but is very exciting on the nose. Lots of butterscotch, fruit and honey for me. Not a really long finish but more crisp and refreshing. Would go very well with rich, sticky deserts or rum and raisin ice cream.
Really nice whiskey, this isn't a criticism but I didn't find it massively complex. What it does, it does very well indeed. Lovely:-)
