The Nose: This is what I imagine Eggo waffles swimming in a half a stick of butter and maple syrup would smell like. I'd buy a candle if it smelled like this, phenomenal. The Palate: Matches the nose, just a maple sugar bomb in a very pleasant way. Enjoyable. Super sweet, no burn, tasting it blind, I'd be curious to see how many people think they're drinking . a mixed drink. Definitely a dessert whiskey, something that will bewilder and please your whiskey drinking buddies. The flavor dances between maple, sugar, oak, hint of ethanol, overall I find it delicious. The Finish: Long, sticky, some oak and a reminder that says "oh yea, this maple syrup I'm sipping IS a whiskey!". Overall: I broke my own rule and bought a backup bottle. This is unique, definitely in the dessert category, it might not be something I'll have more than one of in an evening, but the one pour I do have will be enjoyed.