On the nose and on entry, notes of toffee, burnt marshmallows, butter tarts, leather, oak and unripe blood oranges. Smooth to start, slightly spicy, tart, and sweet. Spice lingers through the finish along with the smoke. Conclusion - unique, bold and unapologetic; if you get this you know you're getting a solid quintessential bourbon. Having said that, this is not an easy going kind of whiskey and if you are looking to kick back & relax, this won't be it, this will get you up.