Disclaimer: This was purchased in a sampler three-pack in which the bottles are exposed to light, and it's possible I received a faulty sample if stored improperly at the warehouse. Smooth and very minorly malty and sweet, but ultimately lacking in flavor, compared to the DW12/DW17. The slight sweetness/maltiness fades into a funk clearly from the rum cask, but not in a bad way. Overall, this is a very non-offensive dram, but one that is completely lacking in character and flavor.