It might be after the other whiskeys that I have been reviewing today (only 2 so far) but I am not getting a smell off it other than the alcohol. Maybe a hint of bittee coffee? The taste does have an herbal bitterness to it. After a few sips, there is a leathery taste that comes through. The finish is decently lengthy and not pleasant. Overall, I didn't find anything that is redeeming about it.