Top 10 Best 18-Year-Old Whisky

There is nothing better than basking in the glory of an 18-year-old whisky. Their flavour is not too sweet, not too bitter, but the perfect mix. Suitable for any occasion, this list is composed of the rarest whiskies on the market.

Our Top 10 Best 18-Year-Old Whisky

These whiskies are our best-selling selection. From the beautiful islands of Scotland to the land of the free, the USA, you are bound to find an 18-year old whisky to your liking.

1. Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (Scotland)

This 18-year-old Scotch whisky captures the essence of a perfect autumn day with its warm, golden tones. Distilled in tall stills, it spent 15 years in American oak casks before being transferred to Oloroso sherry casks for three additional years. Why not marvel in the balanced sweet and floral profile? Such flavours include:

• Campfire smoke

• Caramelised orange

• Fig

• Honey

• Marmalade

2. Jameson 18 Year Old (Ireland)

Widely acclaimed as one of the best Irish whiskies, this Jameson bottle was matured in sherry casks and bourbon barrels. After 18 years, it has produced a rich flavour profile, including:

• Gingerbread

• Spice

• Toffee apple cake

• Turkish delight

3. Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak 2021 Release (Scotland)

Originally a key component in blends for much of the 20th century, Macallan shifted focus to its single malt brand in the 1980s, making Macallan highly collectible. The 2021 release marks the first new packaging style since 2006, aligning with the sherry oak cask range. As such, you can taste mature flavours like:

• Dark Chocolate

• Dates

• Ginger

• Oak

• Raisin

4. Yamazaki 18 Year Old (Japan)

Established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, Yamazaki stands as Japan's first authentic whisky distillery. This beautiful 18-year-old whisky exemplifies the excellence of Japanese spirits, earning a gold medal in the International Spirits Challenge in 2007. Why not revel in its bittersweet flavour profile of:

• Black pepper

• Cigar leaves

• Heather roots

• Honey

• Plum wine

• Rancio

• Toffee apples

5. Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Gold Signature Manchester United Limited Edition (Scotland)

A blended 18-year-old Scotch whisky, the Gold Signature blend is crafted from hand-selected casks by master blender Colin Scott. This limited edition bottle pays homage to Manchester United's title-winning game against Sheffield Wednesday in 1993. We ensure its flavour profile is just as outstanding as its appearance, including:

• Dark chocolate

• Smoke

• Sweet

6. Bains Founders Collection 18 Year Old Single Grain Whisky (South Africa)

Originally known as Bain's Cape Mountain Whisky, this 18-year-old whisky was awarded the as World's Best Grain Whisky at the 2013 and 2018 World Whiskies Awards. Crafted from 100% South African grain, it was matured for five years in bourbon and ex-bourbon casks before being transferred to American oak barrels for 10 years. Finally, it had a three-year finish in Fino sherry casks. As such, you can an abundance of flavours, such as:

• Banana loaf

• Raisins

• Sweet butterscotch

7. Johnnie Walker Ultimate 18 Year Old (Scotland)

John Walker's pragmatic approach to life is honed by his father’s passing in 1819. Discontent with the quality of available malt whiskies, Walker decided to take matters into his own hands, introducing his own blended whisky. Now, this 18-year-old Scotch whisky is one of the most sought-after bottles, showcasing a decadent flavour profile of:

• Candied lemons

• Floral

• Honeysuckle

• Pineapple

• Sweet pastry

• Vanilla custard

8. Fercullen 18 Year Old Single Malt (Ireland)

Ireland is home to many leading whiskey brands, but have you heard of Fercullen? This 18-year-old Irish whiskey was matured in ex-bourbon barrels, infusing it with an abundance of rich notes. We think this bottle is perfect for a post-dinner sip, introducing flavours such as:

• Black cherry jam

• Fudge

• Hazelnuts

• Maple syrup

• Milk chocolate

• Peanut butter

• Toasted oak

• Vanilla

9. Arran 18 Years Old Scotch Whisky (Old Style Presentation) (Scotland)

Arran has expanded its core range by adding this popular 18-year-old whisky, following the success of the limited-edition first release in 2015. This complex bottle features notes of:

• Citrus

• Dark chocolate

• Milk brioche

• Orchard fruit

10. A Tennessee Whiskey 18 Year Old Cadenhead's (USA)

From the Volunteer State, the best 18-year-old whiskey from Cadenhead's originates from the same distillery as a previous popular release. While Jack Daniel’s is the whisky face of the USA, this rare Cadenhead’s bottle is not one to miss. When you indulge in the best 18-year-old whiskey, you can look forward to rich flavours, including:

• Honey

• Root ginger

• Smooth caramel

• Sweet butter

Find the Perfect 18-Year-Old Whisky at Lochs of Whisky

Have you found any of these bottles intriguing? We are proud of our decadent selection of whisky, from 3 years of age through to 60. Whether you prefer a traditional Scotch whisky or a rare world whisky, there is something for everyone.

To learn more about our selection or the whisky mentioned above, don’t hesitate to contact us.