This bourbon was made to go with BBQ. Let the drink breathe a little and you will notice the warm vanilla on the nose. It's a high rye bourbon, so feel free to have it with a nice slow smoked rack of ribs or pulled pork. It's spicy and will take you by surprise if you're unprepared, but it's still great for sipping. The finish is a bit of a sweet burn, but it's versatile and that's not always something you'll find in a $30 bottle of bourbon.