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Originally Posted by roastpuff
It feels young and rough, compared to Hibiki/others. Wasn't a huge fan of it. Hibiki more to my liking.
Now, the Yamazaki 18 or 25 on the other hand, has had time to mellow significantly. The 25 was spectacular.
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Yep! EXACTLY. I think I prefer JD or Crown Royal over it. I polished off the bottle while I was in Japan, but it took ALOT of effort to get there. It was more of a punishment rather than an enjoyment. LOL
Don't buy it for $100+, it's not worth it. Even $50 wasn't worth it IMO. I might be jaded because I had pretty high expectations, and everyone was telling me to bring back Yamazaki. So because of the hype and low price I got a bottle to try. I definitely prefer Hibiki for the similar price.
I have had Hibiki Jap Harmony and Master Select and love it. Smooth and easy. No nasty bite on the end.
I couldn't justify $500CAD for Yamazaki 18. I've never tried it. 25 I can only imagine how much it is.
What else do you guys like in terms on easy drinking whisky that's budget (<$100)?
My usual's are Maccallan, Glenfiddich, Aberlour, Hibiki. Jameson's is my get "crunk" drink. I'm not much of a peaty whisky type. Wouldn't mind trying something new.