What I think is both a compliment and a criticism to this bourbon is that it seems comparable to Four Roses Single Barrel, which is one of my favorite bourbons at any price. Deep caramel, woody vanilla, spicy rye. The criticism is that 4R SiB can be found for $45, a full Jackson less than this cost me. It may even be slightly better than the 4R, but not enough better to justify the premium.