Instead of being beat over the head with peat and the smoke, you get a nice blend of saltiness and brine; more like sitting at the seaside than in a peat farm. The peat is certainly there, but it’s a bit more reserved, refined, and balanced with the oceanic tendencies. I’d say the predominant flavor is rich, smoked oysters, but there is also a bit of dried pear-like sweetness, and some pepper on the finish. Would definitely drink again. Quite a bit more complex, smooth, and flavorful than I had anticipated, particularly given the price point.