New Release: Dalwhinnie 2001-2015 Wemyss Malts 46%

A short-matured malt that is surprisingly delicious. Dalwhinnie DAILUAINE 2001-2015 WEMYSS MALTS 46%, one of 391 bottles, HOGSHEAD The aroma is elegant with notes of green apple and fresh orange, a touch of white wine, vanilla, grassy hints, pleasant oak, and a gentle barley character. On the palate, it has a smooth mouthfeel with sweet orange and honey-like flavors, a soft richness, and a lingering finish of pleasant oak and honey. 【Good/Very Good】 Newly released from Wemyss is Dalwhinnie 2001, aged for approximately 14 years. While most Wemyss bottles are diluted, this one is also at 46% ABV. The aroma has a very bourbon-cask-like image, surprisingly diverse in its complexity. I initially thought it might be a barrel-aged whisky given the maturity, but it's actually from a Hogshead. Upon tasting, there was no sense of rushed aging, resulting in a surprisingly comfortable drinking experience that fits the Hogshead character. This might be due to the skillful dilution. As I've written before, I feel that Wemyss's diluted malts are among the most sensibly crafted by modern bottlers. While it's slightly pricier than expected for its specifications, it's a very drinkable and delicious malt.