On the nose it has aromas of sweet vanilla, lemon zest, strawberry jam, shortbread cookies, baked apples and fresh banana bread with warm butter. - To the palate it tastes of honey, ripe pears, malted barley, vanilla, chocolate, and subtle oak. - In the finish it is very clean and fresh with subtle fruity sweetness, vanilla and a touch of spice. — With a drop of water, it remains sweet with a touch more citrus on the nose and spice to the palate. —//— Malt Mark: 82 —//— This is a very pleasant, easy drinking, sweet and gentle whisky, as you would expect from an Irish Whiskey. It smells fantastic!