World Series opener. Yankees v Dodgers. I have worked this prior to about half a bottle. Now is the perfect time to sit back and ponder this pour. This is my first Larceny purchase and been quite impressed. This is bottled at 124.2 Abv. N: Upon first nosing, what is presented is full and deep while not overpowered by ethanol, considering the high proof. Butterscotch, candy corns, oak and baking spices (nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, cloves) that are all well balanced. Full visions of autumn. Time exposes the sweeter aromas revealing peanut brittle with trace amounts of floral and Strawberry Quick (for those old enough to remember). P: A medium dense palate where the tongue is immediately anesthetized. Once the numbness quickly diminishes, those baking spices coats the mouth. The aromas are embodied on the palate. Deep amounts of cinnamon, almost Red Hots-like, with added flavors of milk chocolate, cola, and, oddly, soft Bavarian pretzels. W: With a healthy dose of water, the palate thins out and the richness of the flavors are muted, but they do remain. Water just allows this to become the same sipper with minimal tingle. F: A finish that lasts an eternity. Oak-soaked caramel that dries the palate. Peanut brittle and cinnamon take it to an end, if it even has an end. I nice little Kentucky hug keeps the soul smiling. N O: This is a full powered, full flavored bourbon. It does not disappoint. The fact you can grab this for $65 makes this a must have. I have often looked Larceny grabbing the likes of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, Barrel or a Bookers. This is in the same league. This is preferable without water, in smaller doses. Water just allows you to take on more of the bourbon without losing much. [$65][94/100][Tasted: 10/25/2024]