Very enjoyable JB with a wonderful nose of oak (no surprise), vanilla, caramel and would have to agree with other reviews of pipe tobacco. Nose and legs linger forever. Taste is on par with the nose with a medium spicy oaky finish and a nice amount of heat on the back end. A few drops of water really opens this whisky up making the aforementioned notes even more pronounced. Nicely done, well priced and a good change of pace for those who like me, drink more of robust, spicier whisky but still has enough body and bravado to keep it interesting and enjoyable.