Dalwhinnie 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky

Dalwhinnie 15 Year Old is a serene Highland single malt from Scotland’s highest, coldest working distillery. Light to medium in body yet impeccably composed, it marries heather-honey sweetness with crisp Highland air and gentle smoke. Triple-decade classic in stature at 43% ABV, it’s a graceful, crowd-pleasing whisky with clear provenance—ideal for refined sipping and thoughtful gifting.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Bright, aromatic tones rise first: crisp mountain air, heather blossom and a wisp of peat. Silky layers of honey, vanilla and malted loaf follow, brushed with citrus zest and soft florals. The finish gathers length and quiet power—sweetness yielding to warming smoke, peat and toasted grain—lingering with a clean, dry Highland clarity that invites another contemplative sip.

Key Details

• Producer: Dalwhinnie
• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Highland, Scotland
• ABV: 43%
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Predominantly American oak (ex-bourbon), traditional worm-tub condensation for a clean yet firm style
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, or chilled/over ice to reveal its honeyed core

Cocktail Pairings

Elegant and versatile, Dalwhinnie 15 elevates classics without overpowering them. Try a Highland Highball (soda, lemon zest) for crystalline refreshment; a Heather Honey Old Fashioned to accent its soft sweetness; or a Rob Roy where vermouth’s herbs frame its citrus and malt. A Whisky Sour turns its honey and vanilla luminous, while a Hot Toddy with heather honey and lemon is pure alpine comfort.

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded at the close of the 19th century between the Grampian and Monadhliath ranges, Dalwhinnie distils soft Highland water and lightly peated malt, condensing through reinstated worm tubs for a distinctive, textured spirit. Its remote location and cool climate favour measured maturation, yielding a malt renowned for purity, balance and the signature heather-honey warmth that defines the house style.

Special Features

A hallmark of approachable Highland elegance, Dalwhinnie 15 balances crisp aromatics with gentle smoke and honeyed depth. American oak nurtures vanilla and citrus while worm-tub condensation preserves body and character. Bottled at a generous 43% ABV, it shines neat or chilled, offering clarity of flavour and a long, quietly complex finish that rewards unhurried sipping.

Recognition & Accolades

Celebrated for clarity, balance and honeyed Highland character:

• Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2016
• Liquid Gold Award – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible, 2014
• Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2013
• Gold – The Scotch Whisky Masters (Highlands & Islands), 2013
• Silver Outstanding – IWSC (Scotch Single Malt – Highland), 2017
• 3rd Place – International Whisky Competition, 2015 (Best Single Malt Scotch)
• Gold – IWSC (Scotch Single Malt – Highland), 2009
• Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2007

These honours affirm Dalwhinnie 15 as a benchmark Highland malt—refined, inviting and impeccably made.

Food Pairing

Roast chicken with lemon and thyme; seared scallops in brown butter; Alpine cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère; honey-glazed ham; almond frangipane tart or lemon posset. The whisky’s heather honey, vanilla and citrus notes knit beautifully with buttery textures, savoury herbs and delicate sweetness, while its gentle smoke adds quiet depth.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A timeless Highland classic—effortlessly elegant for birthdays, milestones and corporate thank-yous, and a graceful addition to any home bar or curated single-malt collection.

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