I realized that I have become one of my college profs when it comes to my scoring. You have to be good to get an A, but you'll get a B as long as you show up and don't suck, basically. Let's just say that Rowan's Creek shows up and doesn't suck, but it also doesn't wow me...even if it is really tasty. The nose reminds me of French toast with an orange syrup - custardy vanilla, light citrus, a bit of maple sweetness, and a toastiness from the wood. On the palate, it's a remarkably smooth dram for a 100 proof bottling. Flavors of orange peel, candied cherry, and vanilla are balanced out by a dry, woody finish. Not quite an A grade, but maybe there's nothing wrong with making a solid B, either.