Nose.... Cherries, oats, vanilla, rye, mint and whatever else you might pick up... Color... A light to medium copper... Taste... Lightly bodied, subtly flavored. Faint notes of banana and rye came to the forefront. Followed by soft leather, cocoa, cinnamon and light grass... Overall... When you take the initial pull you will find yourself underwhelmed, at least I was. I was definitely able to differentiate between the blends which is somewhat off putting, especially considering the other blends on the market. Maybe it was the two year's young they blended, which is more black stallion than whiskey. The nine year blend added the nuance that was leaving and truly picked this whiskey up. After the initial pull, I was about to find rich flavors and a real enjoyment. If they ever blend this with a four year and the nine, they'll have a great product. Solid at the $38.00 I paid but I don't think it has staying power at that price, more like a $28.00 and under range...