Substantially better than the 18. Rumor has it that this dram contains stuff over 30 years and the nose definitely shows it. The 18 was great but this has zero alcohol on the nose and it’s at 46% which is crazy for that. It’s a dessert dram and very complex. Finish is very sweet and smooth. Easily one of my all time favorites. The price is extremely cheap for what you get. 100/100