Full-throttle bourbon. Natural maple syrup color. Complex, effusive nose with fruity orange peel, red delicious apple skins, vanilla, Chinese five spice, and leather. Assertive, mouthcoating palate with a notable rye spice typical of Wild Turkey, along with a cool spearmint element, and a satisfying bourbon burn (58.4% proof). Despite the heat, drinks smooth, with no hard edges. Great balance, with nose, palate, and finish each firing on all cylinders. Great value for a top-notch barrel proof bourbon at around $50. Easily a top-10 bourbon for me, and top-5 on a value basis.