Chivas Regal 18 Year Gold Signature

Nose: Caramel, brown sugar, raisins, some orange, a little vanilla. Palate: Caramel and malt, dark fruits. Even more caramel and toffee comes out as it opens. Some chocolate and a hint of oak and gentle spice. The texture is full and satisfying. Finish: Medium/short. Sweet and simple. This is a slightly above average blend that is let down by the amount of caramel and toffee in both the nose and palate. There’s nothing specifically bad, it’s just a bit bland and heavy and the finish is lacking. It works well as a mixer because the flavours are thick and don't get drowned by soda or soft drink, but frankly I'd expect to be able to say more about a blend that is this expensive. It's just a little under-achieving and with care it could be a 4 star blend. "Above Average" : 82/100 (3.25 stars)