Visual: In the glass it is a medium gold. Long, thin legs after a swirl. Nose: Initially, I pick up a wet asphalt aroma, like pavement after a brief rain, along with a little alcohol and grassiness. After several minutes of opening up, sweet notes of vanilla, toffee, white chocolate, and baking spices come to the fore. Some toast, as well. I really like the nose on this one after it has had a chance to sit for a while. Palate: It’s honey sweet and malty on initial tasting, with a faint smoke in the background. The mid palate brings some spice and a difficult to pinpoint vegetal note. Carrots? Celery seed? Both? Also some cereal grains in the mix. There is an earthy quality to the flavor on swallowing. Finish: The finish is medium length, with a little dark chocolate bitterness. It’s the good kind of bitterness. The empty glass has aromas of dried fruits and trail mix. I’m impressed with the complexity and balance of this Highland malt. I think I’ll be revisiting this one. It’s on the lower end of 4 stars for me. Certainly respectable.