was given this blind by gracious host of a dinner party who asked me what i thought of it. it was earthy, but not overly peated. sweet to the right levels . a wonderful balance of flavors that would make it enjoyable solo or with food. i guessed a special release highland park maybe. when he pulled out the bottle i was surprised & when i looked up the bottle i was even more surprised. one of the most elegant finely-tuned peated scotches i will probably ever have the chance of trying.