Glenfiddich 18 Year Old

After the 12 Year Old and 15 Year Old, the next Glenfiddich in the standard range is this 18 Year Old, a mix of bourbon and oloroso sherry casks.

As always with Glenfiddich, the nose is soft, fresh and inviting. Vanilla and barley are accompanied by apples and pears. But the sherry speaks louder than the bourbon: raisins, almonds, candied oranges, dried apricots with a hint of smoke from the cask. Not overly complex (the 15 Year Old offered more in that regard), but good nonetheless.

It is silky soft on the tastebuds on mild spices and a clear sherry character. The raisins and apricots are overly clear and joined by nutmeg. Nuts again. Subtle caramel and honey.

The finish is fairly long, slighty drying, on honey and candied oranges.

It is better and fuller than the 12 Year Old, which should come as no surprise, but I find the 15 Year Old better, even though it has a shorter finish. This one is just good.

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