Bright and sweet on the nose, like sour candied apples. Oak is there, and burnt sugar. On the palate, sweet notes, like toasted caramel and pie filling up front, then salted butter towards in the middle. A cinnamony spice prickles the tongue for a while. This is like buttery fruit pie. Slight astringent wood notes, pepper, and furniture polish on the finish, and mild bitterness lingers. Pleasant sipper, with strong enough flavors. Well done, Crown Royal. 4/28/19