Nose- Soft vanilla; whif of earthy peat smoke; orange rind; white chocolate; burnt wood Palate- White chocolate; peaches; earthy peat; ginger; lemons; cocoa powder; touch of bbq sauce Finish- Long, oily finish; peat smoke; creamy vanilla; black pepper Man this stuff is good. Just the right amount of heat. Beautiful nose, fantastic and oily on the palate, with a long, peat filled finish. Does this differ from the ardbeg 10 so much to say it’s worth $400 more? I say no. While this is a stunning whiskey, go for the 10, it’s stunning as well for around $50