Tasted in a Glencairn spirits nosing glass. Aroma - Neat - Clean and bright. Green apple, peanut brittle and chocolate brownie, adding a splash of water . . . I’m now getting a heavy vanilla custard while the green apple has taken a back seat. Taste - Neat - Quite nippy as to be expected at 57%. Green apple, dense fudge and an extremely faint smokiness I can’t quite place. Adding a splash of water . . . Nicely balanced now. Vanilla custard, light green apple, cool cherry on the exhale. Final thoughts - Rock solid, smooth sipping, tasty bourbon at barrel strength for under $30.00 ($24.00 at my shop). You can’t go wrong with this best kept secret!