Caramel, orange peel, and vanilla. Textural and sweet with an oily edge. Christmas cake, almonds, citrus, spice, and some lemony sherbet notes. The finish is long and bitter/sweet with toffee, vanilla, and citrus oils. This is a good step up from the standard 12 YO. 48% and non chill-filtered, but unfortunately it looks as if clolouring has been added. Very nice to drink neat and a few drops of water doesn't ruin the experience. A happy purchase at a reasonable price.