I had some Yamazaki 12 and Redbreast 12 at a bar tonight, and finished up with some Bushmills Single Malt at home. First pour I've had of Yamazaki - very good.
As good as the Y18 is, you really can't go wrong with the Y12 which is a very fine affordable whisky. Everyone that tries it at my house is pleasantly surprised at just how good it is.
"I distrust a man who says 'when.' He's got to be careful not to drink too much, because he's not to be trusted when he does." Sydney Greenstreet