Perfect balance in a whisky, pick up some initial ethanol, followed by sweet cherries on the nose. Drinks smooth as I get a cherry cola up front with a slight maple sugar which turns to a cinnamon candy. The finish has just enough heat to remind you of the 107 proof and leaves a spicy/floral taste on the tongue. This is a complex and great tasting bourbon for the price. Definitely a top 5 for me.