The nose presents the smoke right away in the form of an Applewood smoked bacon. There is a strong sweetness reminiscent of brown sugar and grilled marinated meats. The palate delivers on the barbecue vibe with dry rubbed ribs and teriyaki Jerry. The sweetness stays true to the brown sugar from the nose but it's now glazed over grilled peaches and grilled apple sauce. The finish is medium long with a cinnamon spice to it accompanied by vanilla and a rich almond cake. A light smokiness seems to linger on indefinitely. Cost when purchased was $97 but I have seen it as low as $78 locally. It's worth every penny even at the $97 mark.