I was pleasantly surprised by the richness and quality of this blend-- one of the best blends I've found. The nose is rich, sweet, fruity and malty. The palate has layers of honey, fruit, and just enough spice to make it interesting. I would have a hard time distinguishing this from a nice Highland whisky and in fact it reminds me of Loch Lomond which is a personal favorite distillery. I will definitely keep this in my cabinet.