Tried the 86 proof (43% ABV) bottling. Chilled (from the freezer) neat - sample may have been too cold as there was no aroma detectable. Flavor was softer than other gins, juniper was forward followed by a short citrus note and then a surprising heat from the alcohol and a licorice sweetness. 2nd airline bottle was mixed 2:1 with Dolin Dry and ~2 dashes Angostura Orange bitters. The softness was much more obvious. Juniper was there but was quickly overtaken by the vermouth. The sweet from the licorice was accented. Not a happy mix at this level, very much out of balance. May require a 4:1 or 5:1 mix to obtain the needed balance.