The nose remimded me of Bowmore 12 which I liked. The palate was burnt ash and sweetness, not as cindery as Ardbeg. I kept looking for the medicinal factor but it didn't jump out at me. Adding a half teaspoon of water improved the finish for me, but neat works very well too. Not hard to drink after the first glass. If you've tasted moderate peat and smoke before this shouldn't scare you. Starting to really love it.