On the bose and palate, i get a litltr bit if that ethanol smell and taste but its not overbearing. On the nose i get more of the sweet notes of bourbon, and that translates to the palate as well. I also grt the signature peanut beam note. The finish is nothing exceptional, not particularly strong or long lasting. A fine bourbon, I personally want more out of it but at the price its competitove and provides a good flavor profile.