Nose: light smoke, oily, with a briny salt flavor similar to Talisker 10. Add a few drops of water and the brine really comes out and over powers the smoke Taste: light smoke, with notes of vanilla and salt, the salt lingers in your mouth. Finish: more salt with hints of band-aid and ocean. The salt coats your throat making you want a sip of water. Overall I would prefer the 10 year