Maritime smoke with un-defined sweetness. Sips afterwards reveal cured meat with overlays of fruity, honeyed characters. The finish is maritime sea salt, with a decent amount of brininess. A tad too briny for me. I will gladly drink this any day, but I don't think I will buy a bottle. My Rating Glossary: Two Stars: "I'd rather be drinking lite beer." Two 1/2 Stars: "Posh rubbish." Three Stars: "I love whisk(e)y. This is average love." Three 1/2 Stars: "May buy again." Four Stars: "I've got to get you into my life." Four 1/2 Stars: "Better than drugs." Five Stars: "Life is good. Whisky makes it better."