Yamazaki 18 Year

Unbelievable whisky, with a flavorful profile that is predominantly sherried until you reach the finish, where strong vanilla notes reminiscent of a Bourbon cask come through. There's orange marmalade and figs coupled with cinnamon and dark chocolate, both on the nose and palate. It's incredibly balanced and well-crafted, with a finish that is quite prolonged and smooth in a way that only a perfect dram could be. I have sampled over 300 whiskies - this one is among the five best!

Fuller than the 12 year. Woody. Long and consistent.