Everything must be subjective including the value to the person drinking a dram such as this. I had some epic pours this week but must say other than proof on the low side EC 23 is Excellent. The low proof also makes this a perfect afternoon sipper My 2 favorite pours of the week were William Heaven Hill 12 134.4 proof and Barrell Craft Spirits 25 year old at 111 proof or so The EC 23 nose pallet & finish was truly enjoyable Both of those have my highest rating of 4.75 just 1/4 pt up from the EC 23 Now for the cost this is the last of a bottle that at the time I paid $350 or less than $14 / oz so even more of a reason to enjoy some of Heaven Hills renowned older stock. Bottle was a Old Label 2017 - that replaced the 20 & 21 at that time Currently secondary is $900