After experiencing several years of ups and downs, the 2022 version of Sazerac 18 Year shows that the brand is back on track to starting to match its former glory years.

Nose: Rye grain | Oak | Light dried apple and apricot | Fresh leather | Hint of anise | Burnt caramel | Touch of toasted marshmallow | Gentle & nicely integrated

Palate: Summer fruits | Rye spice | Light aged oak | White peppercorn | Gentle vanilla syrup | Baking spice | Smattering of hard caramel candies | Well balanced

Finish: Light leather | Slight vanilla syrup | Rye spice | Peppercorn spice blend | Dry aged oak | Undulating heat | Lingering