It smells fresh and fruity, primarily apples and almonds. Some icing sugar, too. But also something that reminds me of lighter fluid. From the herb rack, I remember vanilla and a pinch of saffron.

It is soft and has a mild body, but that is about it. Sweet, sure. Again some apples, but now also barley and corn. Spicy, though. Probably the rye in the mix.

The finish is short and clean.

It is quite understandable that millions of Canadians and Americans love this. It is a very accessible blend and not expensive. Typical summer dram, I would say. I would not mind adding a cube of ice to this (oh, blasphemy!). Probably good in a cocktail.