NEAT NOSE - Caramel, Sweet Oak, Honey, Red Apples, and Vanilla PALATE - All notes from the nose mingle together mildly and very nicely. FINISH - Sweet and short but extremely pleasant BUY? — You must buy this at some point in your bourbon journey. While I don’t think its worth the cost of paying over retail (maybe $5-10 at most depending on availability in your area), it’s almost essential to try this atleast once in your bourbon journey. Not only does it establish a solid foundation for what bourbon ‘should taste’ like, but it also gives a glimpse into the sweet character and profile of buffalo trace bourbon. This isn’t a fantastic pour but it is one of the best bourbons you can buy for the money at MSRP. It’s also a great introduction to bourbon for new connoisseurs. BUY AGAIN? - Easy shelfer.