Port Dundas 18 Year Old Single Grain Scotch Whisky

Port Dundas 18-year is bottled at a slightly higher 43% abv.  With the added age comes a larger price tag.  This one runs about $99.99 a bottle.  The nose here is louder than the 12-year.  Honey, fresh orange slices, and vanilla bean blend nicely together.  The citrus note is particularly strong here.  Taste-wise, a slightly toasted grain weighs in first, followed closely by vanilla ice cream, light toffee and orange liqueur.  The finish is short and slightly sweet.  There’s just more going on here compared to the 12-year.  Flavors and aromas are a bit more robust while still keeping things light.  After all, this IS as grain whisky.