A bit harsh, but otherwise kind of a cross between the sweet cherry of Macallan 12 on the front and the rich chcolate flavor of Glenmorangie Signet on the finish. There is some really fun depth and variety here at a bargain price with minimal off notes. Fruit, mineral, toffee. It's good, but it doesn't have a ton of interesting variety. Toffee, some smoke, raisins, orange zest, hints of peat. This is a rich drink with a but much alcohol, but had richness and depth with a reasonable amount of sweetness. The malt does come through in the richness. The alcohol is unfortunately a bit much, but this is otherwise an excellent drink.