I haven't tried many irish whiskies but I thought I'd buy a bottle of the 18 for St Patrick's day while I was on holidays. An extremely easy whisky to drink probably the smoothest whisky I've drank to date. So much sweetness from the nose to the palate even my wife commented on the strong taste of honey & caramel. I enjoyed the 18 & will definitely buy another bottle I think it would be a good dram to introduce my freinds to who are interested in exploring my expensive habit. 😆