On the nose, I get notes of herbs and spice. The palate is sweet with notes of baked apple, caramel, hints of chocolate and peppermint on the aftertaste which as acts as though it cleanses the palate for the next sip. It also has some spicy notes that are reminiscent of bourbon but without that harshness you sometimes get, which is pleasant. All in all, a really great bottle that I would purchase again whether for a friend or for my own home bar.