Nose: Caramel apple/pear, baking spice, caramel, light earthy peat at the end, very light bacon or meatiness Taste (without water): Medium body, spiced apple/pear right away, caramel, not as heavy fruit presence as the first dram of the bottle Finish: that apple/pear right to the earthy peat that lingers nicely. Conclusion: 8.5/10 – An absolute favorite. My favorite widely available scotch.