Color: Copper gold.
Nose: Melon, pear, light smoke, and spice.
Flavor: Honey, oily, oak, and nutmeg.
Finish: Long, peppery, salt and fine cigar.
Short Comment: Pleasant; Interesting; A Monster; Something to savor on a cold damp evening.
Would you buy it?  Yes 4; No 5
Group score: 86

2nd Tasting: Bowmore Cask Collection ($32)