Nose: Initially floral, nutty and sweet (brown sugar, dates) with a very distinct oak character. Letting the whisky breathe a bit in the glass reveals more of the sweet character, with caramel and fruity (white grape, apple) notes coming through. Water adds more of the sweet notes (floral, brown sugar, caramel, grape) character while maintaining the strong oak note. It almost feels like you're sticking your nose straight into the barrel. Taste: Earthy. Malted barley, hay, grass and oak are dominant followed by a soft spice. On the back end, the floral and sweet notes come through (particularly caramel, green apple). Water brings more oak, caramel, and apple notes coming through. Finish: A hit of spice which rolls off gently into malt and oak character. The oak lingers for a long while. Minor alcohol burn. Excellent expression of a single malt for a great price (bumped up the score +0.25). The young age is not apparent with strong oak notes coming through on the nose and palate. Nose is fantastic and the taste makes for an easy to enjoy drink.