So I want to thank @PBMichiganWolverine for his review of this that spurred my purchase. My grandfather died while I was young. I’m frequently told that I remind my family of him yet I have little to no memory of him. I spoke with an old timer who knew him a couple years ago who informed me he drank Cutty Sark by the case. Being the ridiculous Scotch snob I absurdly think I am I could never pull the trigger on the bottom shelf brand. After reading @PBMichiganWolverine review I finally pulled the trigger on this expression. Not only is it really amazing, it has made me feel like I have a link to the past. Nose is a sweet sour wood, but the palate explodes with an oily black pepper savory brine and medium to long finish. It’s not a phoned in thin tolerable blend. This is a great whisky for a ridiculously low price. Can’t wait to get another bottle.