Glendalough 17 Year Mizunara Finish

I received a sample of this from a friend, and it's very good. Nose: Chocolate, Oranges, Raisins, Raspberries, Coffee, Mangoes, Cinnamon, Cloves, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Pineapples, Cherries, Blackberries, Toffee, Guava, Mint, Green Apples, Sourdough, Vanilla, Buttercream Frosting, Strawberries, Bananas Palate: Green Apples, Raspberries, Toffee, Cinnamon, Mint, Dill, Pepper, Kiwis, Cherries, Chocolate, Vanilla, Guava, Mango, Passion Fruit, Pineapples, Goji Berries, Pomegranates, Bananas, Honey Finish: Guava, Chocolate, Kiwi, Pineapple, Mangoes, Sultanas, Raisins, Green Apples, Rye Bread, Pepper, Cloves, Cardamom, Honey, Caramel, Grapefruit, Cherries

This bottle might be expensive, but it justifies the cost. I'm a fan of Redbreast and found this to be a more refined and smoother version. It has depth in both the aroma and palate, and it's dangerously smooth. I detected subtle hints of oak, but they were not overpowering and complemented the overall flavor profile well.

Refined. Extremely refined, clearly indicating you're drinking a premium spirit. It's fresh, fruity, and well-balanced, with a slight spiciness from the Mizunara at the end. A beautiful whiskey that I'd reach for whenever it's available.

Exceptional whiskey, featuring notes of vanilla, tropical fruits, pineapple, and coconut. There's another elusive flavor that lingers, which I suspect is mizunara. A beautiful spirit.

Nose: Yuzu, lime, and strawberry. Palate: Moderate heat with fruity notes at the front, leading to a moderately long finish. Mouthfeel: Slightly oily and light-bodied. An amazing and fantastic whisky.

From Dramfest 2020. A pleasant drink, but I sampled it after trying the Anrut range, Chairman's reserve, Kadhambam, and Naarangi, so it didn't really stand a chance in comparison.