Glencairn, neat. Color: Light amber. Aroma: Invitingly sweet; honeysuckle; dried cherries. With a swirl I also get ripe peaches. Taste: Spices up front, with medium burn towards the back. Maple, dried fruits, and hints of vanilla cream. Finish: Medium to long, landing on the sweet side. Overall: Satisfactory. A pleasant balance of sweet and spice. Originally I purchased to use in a particular Old Fashioned recipe that called for Tennessee whiskey and featured a pecan-smoked maple syrup - this bottle served its intended purpose admirably by making a fantastic cocktail.