very strong maple on the nose, as soon as it hits your lips you get the sweetness a little too sweet for my liking.. but very smooth. Maple and light Smoke on the palate with a light burn that lasts throughout the Finish. It's like pancakes and syrup but done in a classy way.. could definitely be a sipper for someone that likes sweet on the rocks. I wouldn't buy it again but I'll offer it to company :-)