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From one of my favourite distilleries to visit comes this 15-year-old — the big brother to the quirky (and previously reviewed) Dalwhinnie Winter's Gold, but a far more straightforward dram. Where Winter's Gold has its gimmick of being served ice-cold from the freezer, the 15 is a regular, run-of-the-mill age statement. But is that a good thing? Let's find out.
Last week I opened, tasted and posted my review of a bottle of Dalwhinnie Winter’s Gold. Having previously shared my initial thoughts on the whisky, I was intrigued by the suggestion to try it straight from the freezer. Skeptical yet curious, I decided to give it a shot, challenging my preconceived notions about the "recommended" way to enjoy this renowned spirit.
One of my favourite distillery adventures was a four-mile walk through driving rain to Dalwhinnie, Scotland's highest distillery. Winter's Gold is built for exactly that kind of weather — honeyed sweetness and golden syrup, soft vanilla and a gentle spice, designed to be served ice-cold from the freezer. A cosy winter warmer, then — but does it deliver enough at room temperature?
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