Another Friday evening finds me with another sample. I have seen Deanston on shelves but never really thought much about it and almost never had a sample (save a quick taste two years ago). The tour group, courtesy of Ryan, has allowed me to taste this and not just sample. How was my experience? Tangerine citrus aromas start the tasting process intermixed with cereal (in the vein of Grape Nuts). More time and some honey sweetness creeps up (which makes a somewhat healthy breakfast in a normal sense). Lastly, a touch of floral with dried hay rounds out the nose. A medium-dense body is immediately striking with black pepper spice and ginger root. A fresh and clean sensation takes over the palate. As you work past the spiciness, you can detect some light-brown sugar sweetness. A crescending of heat and burn arrive late towards the start of the finish. The finish is medium in length and what remains are lemon bitters and bittersweet chocolate. A somewhat odd mix, but works well here. The curtain call is ginger all and a touch of wood oak, like a toothpick chewed on for some time. This is definitely young and vibrant. An easy sipper that is pretty straightforward and upfront. Not flashy or dynamic, however refreshing. This works well as a summer sipper. I was pleasantly surprised. [Dry Glass: Butterscotch][85/100][Tasted: 8/18/17]