The nose on this bourbon is rather odd. I still haven't decided if I'm for it or against it. Reminds me a little bit of licorice and sharpie. Luckily it tastes better than it smells. This bourbon isn't nearly as sweet as others. It reminds me a bit of a milder Willet Pot Still reserve. Its a bit herbaceous and spicy. If you're a bourbon drinker and you jump between different $30~ish bottles for your daily drink this one is cool to throw in the rotation to break up monotony. But if your tastes tend to lean toward sweet, maybe keep this one off your radar.