The nose is a mix of charred oak and unmistakable astringency. Beyond that, the whiskey is grassy and grainy, though there are some notes of buttery vanilla. The palate fills the mouth with astringency, which is where this whiskey begins and ends. The grassiness and graininess does come through as well, but there are no unique flavors to discover. The finish is short and astringent, and overall is mostly unpleasant to drink.