OK so, wasn't really all that excited for these, but there seems to be some interest and I've been told this was one of the better ones to try. Expectations aren't high. Nose - sweet notes such as pears and apples beyond what seems like a young, higher rye, a bit aggressive but not well done bourbon. I have to fully disclose, I don't really have much desire to drink this based on the nose. Taste - Up front it's what I like about 1792 with vanilla and some nice fruity bourbon distillate with I guess more kinda light fruits from the wine and then it's harsh and offensive on the finish. You get some interesting transitions and flavors. I get a cool minty element on the finish, like winter green gum. Water doesn't solve that spiced kick on the finish. I don't know what it is about this one, but I seriously don't enjoy it. I think these guys are making some good bourbon, but it feels like they're just sourcing all the good stuff or worse yet, they just don't have competent people there to blend it themselves. 1 star. It's drinkable and you might enjoy the kick. But it's a hard pass going forward for me.