Nose: initial delicious briny nose that leads to a full and floral body. The peat that makes it so enticing floats around that whole aroma. The more it airs out the more I get if a bitterness akin to dark chocolate without the sweetness to follow. Taste: Beautiful, full mouth feel that coats my tongue. It starts out very light, most likely the alcohol vapors filling my mouth up then moves to something smoky. Also the quickest most delightful heat right before it just hangs out on the tongue. Flavors for me included something herbal yet savory, maybe like a cinnamon without the spice. Couldn’t quite place it. Overall: 4 stars. Love Islay scotch and Laphroaig is one of my favorites after the Quarter Cask. Would definitely recommend, but not for the tame.