For 120 proof this is one smooth bourbon! I’ve tried many less potent with much more harahness and heat! A pleasant buttery and caramel flavor is hinted with a nice clean finish on the backside. I found this at 5 Points Package store on Amelia Island, Fl. This was a special barrel just for them. The merchant offered me a taste and away I went with this bottle. Unfortunately I do not live close to there but was delivering a custom dining set I made for someone livingndown there.