This is a good to go whisky, but due to the shortage from Japan, I've noticed that its getting harder to find in the stores, not to mention that the price is also going up. On the nose this is light and sweet. On the palate i get some vanilla and chocolate, maybe some spices. The finish is medium lasting with more spice on the back end. Overall this is a good drink, but with the prices going up the way they are, there are many other choices for the $65-$75 price range.