Chivas Regal 12 Year

Nose: Honey, floral, and a hint of vanilla. Very sweet. Slightly oaky as well. Palate: Stronger than I thought but very smooth. Honey comes through a lot stronger with a seemingly tropical fruit taste as well. Floral is hidden but comes through just as it reaches the throat. Finish: Oaky finish as I expected from the nose. But sweet and smooth to be sure. Lasting and enjoyable. I was expecting bitterness but I was pleasantly surprised. May be due to the fact that it was bottled in 2012 but I could be wrong. Overall Thoughts: Good stuff. Easy to enjoy while putting your feet up and winding down. Wouldn’t say it’s top shelf or anything.

The flavor here is fuller then that of the Glenlivet 12, with definitely more bitter notes. The thing though is that there isn't a lot of subtlety going on here. The flavors aren't so much blended as pureed. It reminds me a bit of Maker's Mark, though it certainly still tastes like a scotch.

A timeless budget bottle. Love the vanilla and hints of Carmel.