color: medium gold nose: fruity, sweet, tropical, creamy, floral, honey, rich, leather, potpourri palate: chocolate, coffee, vanilla bean, oak finish: espresso, peppery, long lasting, nutty water brings out more tropical, citrus notes, polished wood, cinnamon, peaches, on the nose, oak on the palate, and heat on the finish despite being 50% abv and quite young, its surprisingly "smooth". somewhat reminiscent of springbank 10. this had been on my list for some time, but unlike with so many other wish list purchases, this didn't disappoint, nor go above and beyond, but was exactly in line with my expectations, which is rare. overall, I'm happy!