Appearance: Dark amber, mahogany Nose: Sweet, oaky, vanilla and caramel Palette: Lots of heat, pepper and oak but sweetness mixed in. Maple and caramely Finish: Long, lots of oak and some sweetness Overall: Lovely big hit but not overwhelmingly strong. Great classic bourbon flavors and sweetness along with lots of oaky taste. Surprisingly easy to drink while keeping all that flavor. Excellent wish it were easier to find at a good price.