A light nose of vanilla, honey, toffee and a hint of orange. As it breathes, a small amount of smoke and salt or brine arrive. Texture is soft and creamy. Oak tannins dry the palate gradually building a mild, evenly dispersed burn. But as fast as it comes on, it ebbs as quick. Medium to short finish leaving a pleasing, dry, oaky palate. Tops of the Johnnie Walker family. Better than some single malts I have tasted. Very well balanced and satisfying. As it has been generally asked, how does discontinuing something crafted well make sense? JWG, I barely got to know you, but glad we met [$49].