Perfection. It's a weighty word to throw around, especially with something as subjective as whiskey. But hot damn, the Redbreast 21 is just about as close to perfect as things get from the Emerald Isle. This is a whiskey that is much too easy to drink. It's luscious, sweet, and complex. The tropical fruits here are off the charts. Its pineapples and mangoes meets candied peaches and caramelized nuts. Dried golden raisins soaked in vanilla and brandy. Dried citrus peel and sweet oak dance with dates carrying cinnamon sticks. It's like an origami crane made of the finest Washi paper - striking upon both the first glance and upon further careful examination. If you take the time to unfold it, you'll see that every layer is wonderfully complex and there is a beauty inherent in the substance, not just the final form. It's a whiskey that you can take your time with or slam back glass after glass with friends. It is versatile. I don't believe that any honest drinker could turn their nose up at this regardless of their favored flavor profiles, it's frankly one of the most complete, well crafted, and drinkable whiskeys in the world. If you're someone who is compelled to seek the best - do not miss the Redbreast 21.