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.
It took me just about 40 years of being married to a Scot to acquire a taste for Scotch. It wasn't until we bought this for our daughter's wedding that I finally decided I did like scotch.
Great value 15 year - favorite
smooth and light .... love the taste of toffee
If you prefer sledgehammer, fire & brimstone Islay's, this is not for you. If your tastes run to more subtlety and especially to the more sweet end of single malt, welcome to one of the finest. For those with a great deal of experience and a more refined palate, slowly picking out the various notes and nuances is one of it's many charms.
It's a basic young Highland malt. Nothing special, but easy to drink.
