This might have the most heat of any Scotch I've had thus far. The nose is a huge fusel burn, rubbing alcohol at first. It is followed by a second wave of butterscotch and salt. The taste is another huge burn in the middle of the palate. Some tobacco ash, charcoal, leather. The peat that does exist manifests itself as dry ash. The finish is buttery, with a slick feel on the back end. On the lips, there is a an ashy, smoky component, like smoldering embers. The burn never really goes away. Coffee grounds at the tail end. It's not an incredibly complex Scotch, but it's dependable, pleasant, and extremely properly priced.