Trying a new (to me) Irish Whiskey this March. Tried Neat in a Glencairn, a quick swirl yields lots of fast moving thin legs. NOSE: When I pop the cork, I am met with the overwhelming fragrance of a super-sweet coffee drink found on the menu at Starbucks. Not sure what kind, but one of those that go for about 8 bucks. In the glass I get Chocolate, Caramel, Honeycomb, and Cereal Grains. NEAT: Mouthfeel is slightly thin, with Notes of Honey, Malt, Milk Chocolate, Vanilla, and Coffee. Dessert-like. You definitely pick up the influence of the Rum Barrels with hints of molasses. Little to no burn, but definitely hotter than its other Irish brethren. The extra proof points are a definite plus. A Slightly Sour note pops up on the finish. It lingers on the palate with a chocolatey sweetness. After a few sips, a black pepper tingle shows up. SPLASH: Gets a creamier mouthfeel and an added Butterscotch note. A Grassy note also shows up. It also helps with the sour note on the finish. VERDICT: I enjoyed this, but at it's $40 regular price, I don't see myself buying it often.