This is the first scotch I am trying. I am a bourbon drinker but wanted to see what's the fuss is all about with this peated liquor.. Very disappointing.. smoke on the nose more smoke on the palate and smoke during the finish.. Nose: Smoke and ash like smoke now competing with the ash. Palate: Perfumed smoke some vanilla and dark Peat. Some oily sweetness. Finish: Smoky and long dry grass, a touch of citrus. Overall: not my thing at all. Will explore unpeated scotches eventually but really turned me off for a good while. See you later scotch =) hello bourbon !