The nose of the whisky is sweet with notes of orange, sweet plum, baking spice, and vanilla. On the tongue, the scotch carries the taste of the cask wood that opens into orange rind, floral notes, and brine. The influence of the cognac cask is apparent in the aftertaste, and slowly fades into a dry, bittersweet affair featuring a hint of burnt vanilla and a light smoke. An interesting, if rather unremarkable experience. The nose promises more than the taste delivers.