Old Parr 18 Year

Notes of maritime rocks, minerals and oak on the nose. Spicy , with a background of vainilla on the palate. A a long finish with dark chocolate notes .

It is very possible that you haven't even heard of one of Diageo's most selling products in South America, the Grand Old Parr. Its production goes mostly to Colombia, where then is delivered to Ecuador, Panama, Perú and Venezuela. It is almost impossible to find elsewhere, but don't worry you are not missing anything memorable. Old Parr is Chivas Regal real competition in this south american countries, and they have now released an 18yo expression. Bottled at 40%abv, golden color. On the nose, it is very sweet and creamy. Pastry cream, fondant and Vainilla. Almonds, Candied almonds and oranges. After a first sip the aroma changed into this vanilla ice cream, rum and raisins ice cream and there is a slightly stinky note that i can only describe as fish. On the palate, it is not very complex, and it is fairly enjoyable. Vanilla ice cream, prunes, pepper and salt. Dulce de leche. Aftertaste follows the sweet path. Hard toffee, caramel and some saltiness. Overall, this is quite inferior to its competitors in South America, which are Johnnie Walker 18, Chivas 18 and Buchanan's 18. It is not a bad whisky, but a very "normal" one for an 18yo. My score for it is 84/100.