Hot and spicey with strong burn. A lot of sweet corn elements, vanilla, leather, and candy corn. A bit of charred barrel and some underlying smokiness. A hint of maple? Black pepper. Some spicy flavors from the rye. The finish is long but it mellows quickly, as the initial fire subsides. All in all, I prefer Knob Creek to Baker's, but I'd never turn this down. It would also be a great base for a high end cocktail, as it has enough punch and character to stand out even when paired with some good vermouth or something of the sort.