Very much an Islay single malt, with its peaty smokiness, bit of band-aid, a little salt, faint vanilla after some time in the glass. Smokiness is not overbearing but it's there from the beginning through to the l-o-n-g finish, which is moderately dry. This is a good Islay. If you've never experienced a smoky Islay whisky, suggest you nose it for at least 5 minutes and let your senses get used to it before you taste it, and give it some time in the glass. Quarter Cask is a good one; glad I bought it!