Definitely a honey note on the nose (neat), right off the bat. Along with... maybe spices? Possibly caramel apples. First taste (neat): VERY light, reminds me of a red wine, except for the light oak (nice spice taste though). Adding a drop of water: immediate apple smell. Love it! Now the taste... very smooth and a slight sweetness. I feel like it's a good beginner Scotch to break someone in. Definitely going in the Guest Cabinet, but for high-end Guests. Haha. Pinkies up! I may finish this bottle by myself though, so no promises.