Nose: ethanol, vanilla, and corn. After about 10 minutes, caramel First sip: Baking spices immediately. Honey sweetness. A bit of heat shows up on the second sip, but it’s mostly smooth. On the third sip, peanut brittle and hay make an appearance. The sweetness starts to dissipate somewhat, introducing an earthier vibe. It’s brief, though. A couple of minutes of sitting lets loose the usual caramel and vanilla notes with some oak. I’m reluctantly adding water, just to see the effect. (It doesn’t really need water, but I’m experimenting anyways.) All of the spiciness disappears, leaving behind a fruity sweetness with peanut brittle. Still great. Surprisingly complex. I like how it changes as you sip. It reminds me of Whistle Pig- and I hate to say it, but it actually reminded me immediately of the WhistlePig Boss Hog VII I tried recently. Except, you know, affordable. Love it.