The nose starts with a mix of soft smoke, lemongrass and a hot asphalt road next to the ocean then dark chocolate covered candied bacon, hay bales and sea salt vanilla taffy that fades to fruits of persimmons, lychee and mango that transitions to candied ginger and fresh opened can of tennis balls with medium ethanol burn. The taste is a medium mouthfeel starting with a moderate sour, bitter and peppery spice before fading to soft citrus and floral notes then tangy barbecued short ribs, burning hay bales and sea salt vanilla taffy that fades to fruits of persimmons, lychee and mango that transitions to candied ginger, spearmint and fresh opened can of tennis balls with medium ethanol burn. The finish is medium length with dark chocolate raisins, lemon zest, Granny Smith apples and light ash from a campfire from the night before. Overall, this is a great blend by Compass Box that brings in some soft smoke along with a nice balance of the citrus, meats and ocean brine, but the taste starts with a higher bitter, sour and peppery spice than I’d prefer before finally allowing the notes from the nose to come through and finishes on the ashy side. Side by side with No Name 1, the No Name 1 seems sweeter with a lighter peat profile whereas the No Name 3 has bolder flavors with zesty fruits but leans towards an ashier profile. I don’t think I can pick a winner between the two and am going to rate them as equals. Thanks @ctbeck11 for providing a generous sample of this one.