Glass: Glencairn, rested 15 minutes. Color: Medium amber. Nose: Caramel, apples, some raisins. Palate: Oak tannins and leather give way to cinnamon and clove. Finish: Hot with clove and cinnamon, medium length. Splash: A few drops reveals more caramel and apple with red hots. Overall: 9.5/10 - This drinks below its proof, with classic notes and a complex palate. It's fantastic with just a few drops of water but woukd hold up to a large ice cube.