Nose: A proofy nose. Sweet, nutty, oak, and hints of raspberries can be found underneath. Palate: Dark chocolate, sweet oak, brown sugar Finish: Medium the sweet oak lingers at the end It's very rare that a pour drinks hot in a good way. Even though this is only 90 proof, this bourbon has a longer finish that I'd expect as well as a kick that's more reflective of its balance than from raw proof. It's delicately balanced with sweet and oaky notes. Impressively more complex than I expected, this sat on my shelf for awhile but I'm glad I revisited it. A nice sipper when you have time to sit and appriciate it.