Tastes

Caramel nose that is almost syrupy. Same on the taste along with oak. A little spice, maybe cinnamon. Strong alcohol harshness for 90 proof. Oily mouthfeel, but somehow also dry oaky finish. Lingers with a little mint. Like you recently finished off a peppermint candy. Biggest knock is the harshness, but good level and mix of flavors. Bottle was bought in 2014.

Neat. Get mostly spicy and woody notes at first with the usual caramel bourbon base. After a few sips I notice chocolate on the finish and a lingering banana (maybe). Good flavor but could be smoother for a low proof. This one was 8 yrs exactly.