The nose has a very sweet corny smell with cherry, vanilla, and a hint of oak. There is a ton of ethanol present on the nose similar to nail polish remover. The mouthfeel of the spirit is very thin. The sweetness of the corn and wheat comes out almost immediately with a hint of pepper and spearmint. There are slightly floral undertones present. It is a little harsh on its own compared to some of the other whiskey at this price point. This whiskey did open up more over time to become more earthy which was enjoyable and somewhat unique. Overall, I would personally prefer a bit more nuance and depth in this whiskey along with a reduction in the harshness of the ethanol. I do not think it is bad, but it is not my type of whiskey.