Nose: getting a big whiff of baking spices, along with some nutmeg, and then some slight citrus notes with a underlay of spice, which then gives way to some red hots the more it opens up - off to a fantastic start (reminds me of the old Baker's 7yr Small Batch) Palate: the spice and red hots bubble up to the top at the front of the palate, with vanilla cinnamon and black pepper coming in the middle and back - A surprisingly thin mouthfeel and there is not as much burn as you would expect from the proof Finish: the spice carries through to the finish, along with the baking spices making another appearance and then some licorice towards the very end - again, a surprisingly smooth finish with less burn than the proof would suggest. Overall: a absolutely great value at the price, but not the best bottle out there at this proof (that honor goes to Noah's Mill).