As someone learning to appreciate peated, smoky drams, this has a hint of that but is more of a well rounded link between a Speyside and a mild peated HP or similar. Dangerously drinkable, I actually wished for something in the taste to slow me, more complexity, but it is very smooth. Maybe what you are looking for, easy to drink without much thought, but not a contemplative dram. I did enjoy it (more?) with a bit of peaty, smoky goodness in my own blend.