I assumed a Talisker and Caol Ila blend to have a much heavier peat presence. Nope. Sweeter than expected, fruity, with a very thin honey finish and just a faint hint of smoke. For the same price give me a Cardhu 12... a Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban... a Jura anything. A good sipper, but a 95 expert review? Get real.