This particular blend is very unique to the usual Johnnie lineup. I enjoyed 2049 over an ice sphere in a Johnnie Walker rocks glass(On a side note, the glass is perfect for holding the sphere in place due in part from it's inverted cone bottom). I took some and rubbed it in my hands, ah sweet and smokey. As I'm typing this I'm itching to pour out another two fingers. The tastes are abundantly clear and seemed to bounce back and fourth on my tongue. Each new sip brought a new flavor that I will try to comment on after I finish the bottle. At $65, I was more than pleased with this blend.