Dalwhinnie 15 Year Whiskey

Appearance: Dalwhinnie 15 Year Whisky presents itself with a radiant golden hue, hinting at the well-aged spirit within the glass. The liquid glimmers, inviting anticipation of the rich flavors to come. Aroma: The nose is greeted with a complex bouquet that marries sweetness and subtlety. Rich honeyed notes take center stage, accompanied by a gentle heather fragrance that evokes the serene Highland landscape. A faint wisp of peat smoke weaves through, adding depth to the aromatic profile. Palate: Upon the first sip, Dalwhinnie 15 reveals its intricacies on the palate. The honeyed sweetness persists, now accompanied by luscious maltiness. A delicate infusion of orchard fruits, ripe pears, and hints of vanilla create a velvety and well-balanced experience. The smokiness, though gentle, imparts a layer of complexity that enriches the overall character. Finish: The finish is long and satisfying, with the sweetness gradually giving way to a subtle warmth. A touch of oak emerges, providing a gentle reminder of the whisky's 15 years of maturation. The final notes of heather and a whisper of peat linger, inviting contemplation and appreciation for the layers of flavor.

The distillery owned by Diageo. The site for the distillery was chosen for its access to clear spring water from Lochan-Doire-Uaine and abundant peat from the surrounding bogs. Set in mountain scenery, Dalwhinnie is the highest distillery in Scotland with a visitors centre at 1,154 ft (352 m) above sea level.
Dalwhinnie Distillery stands in the Cairngorm National Park at the heart of the Scottish Highlands in the village of Dalwhinnie.
Set in splendid mountain scenery at the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, Dalwhinnie is the highest distillery in Scotland at 1164 feet above sea level.
The current owners are Diageo. The distillery has suffered two periods of long closure. These were due to a catastrophic fire (1934-1938) and a major refurbishment (1992-1995). Dalwhinnie may be remote but it is one of Diageo's most visited distilleries.
Based in the Highland village of Dalwhinnie, this distillery is technically in the Speyside region, but they refer to their product themselves as a Highland Whisky. As the Speyside region is wholly within the Highlands, Speyside distilleries can be legally labelled as either Highland or Speyside under SWA regulations.Dalwhinnie distillery, situated in the Highland village of Dalwhinnie in Scotland, produces single malt Scotch whisky.
Made in the highest and coldest working distillery in Scotland, with water from a loch at 2000 feet, Dalwhinnie whisky thrives on extreme conditions – creating a liquid as sweet and accessible as its highland home is remote.
​Dalwhinnie was almost unknown prior to its inclusion in Diageo's Classic Malts seriesin 1987, and the majority of the spirit produced there still goes into the Buchanan's and Black and White blends, despite it being in the top 15 best-selling malts worldwide.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 43%
*Please note that the ABV may vary