Delwhinnie 15 Year may not win many awards, but what is does win is your respect by being a solid dram through and through. The nose is delightful with hints of vanilla, honey, subtle peat, and ripe fruit. There’s a mild edge, acidic and unexpected. Not a bad thing, but for something so sweet, it seems a tad out of place. The mouth is a medium weight, balanced with sweets and mild savory and salty. There a nice dry feel on the tongue as you draw it through (similar to salted almonds or peanuts). The finish doesn’t stick around all that long, but this one is more for sharing and enjoying with company rather than sipping and savoring. Delwhinnie 15 Year is a crowd pleaser. It’s affordable, well crafted, well balanced and a great entry scotch for the dabbling friend or in law. (FWF Share #61 [3/1/2018])