The zesty, undiluted aroma is pleasingly piquant and comfortably malty, with no layers to wade through. The tangy taste mildly stings the tongue with an old-embers warmth. Primary flavors are light malt and light toffee. At full strength, the peaty, creosote-like aroma is antiseptic, yet warm, vigorous and inviting. With mineral water, the aroma takes on an appealing musky quality.
First taste is definitely sweet, yet peaty and briny.
Midpalate is succulent, sweet, oaky, peaty, smoky and elegant. The finish highlights sweet smokiness more than anything else. Medium honey color. In the mouth, there's a sweet sherry thumbprint of Macallan. At midpalate, an oily pecan taste emerges.