This is a bargain for the proof point and availability. On the noise I get the typical peanut notes that come from Evan Williams. However I do get a very nice sweet note of vanilla frosting and a hint of cinnamon. Like the 86 proof sweet up front with peanut notes but this is more of a peanut brittle taste and less peanut shell. Surprisingly less spice and burn on the palate, there is faint oak and a slight barrel char note on the finish. All in all I would rate this a little higher then the 86 and it makes a great old fashioned with cherry bitters.