Aroma is much sweeter than expected. Brown Sugar and caramel, but with a distinct Rye note on the back. Slightly herbaceous. Not as much oak influence as the 12 for me. Ahh, the Aroma hinted. The flavor is very herbaceous with dill & mint with notes of tobacco. Light vanilla. Drops of water bring more tobacco up front. In fact, reminds me of the brief period where I chewed a little tobacco. (Beechnut) The water actually brings more vanilla out as well. More minty as it continues to bloom.