The nose was strongly reminiscent of apple cider vinegar with some melon and a bit of char, with some very mild cereal and honey. The taste was sweet, clear spring water that blooms into honey, vanilla, and apple, with just enough spice and barrel notes to turn the refreshing sweetness into something a little more challenging and demanding of your attention. This was similar to a lot of Irish whiskey I've tried, but much neater and more natural tasting. I wasn't wowed by it, but it was pleasant enough.