Nose- This is what a liquid taffy apple smells like- it is green apple oozing with gooey caramel, all covered in nuts. It has an old timey bourbon smell to it, like a rickhouse in late October. In a word- splendid! Palate- the taffy apple carries forward with plenty of red fruit, caramel, and chewiness. But a milk chocolate note also kicks in. That sweetness is balanced by a bit of dry oak. The taste does not disappoint! Finish- long, warming, satisfying. Leaves you on a note of leather and cigar box. The perfect ending to a perfect bourbon! Overall- This is my bourbon of the year! The balance, the tastes, the depth, the traditionalism of bourbon is in this bottle. I could probably find flaw somewhere......but why???? This is a must have bottle.