I really, don't know what the fuzz is about this being a NAS and all the dislikes. This is just delicious! If you're a fan of Laphroaig, you just have to try Lore. I typically don't like the neck pour and immediately upon opening the bottle the aroma was captivating. Pure iodine medicinal notes. The nose is so so smooth without it burning your nostrils. I got chocolate, dried fruit, a bit of honey graham cracker. Every time I keep finding more and more. Palate is also smooth as butter, with a lot of character. Meaty, cigar smoke, chocolate goodness that just keeps lingering in your mouth and makes you want more. I can keep on and on about this whiskey but I'm just going to continue enjoying. Do yourself a favor, don't second guess. If you can get it at a good price, meaning less than $90-100 US get it, you wont regret!