The bottle I have is batch 41, so from what I gather from other reviews is that WW is getting better- try it, or give it another try! From nose to finish this whiskey transitions from sweet and floral to earthy and toasty/oaky. It gave me the sense of passing through all the seasons of the year. It is both smooth and mild, but not boring or plain. I really liked the character of this whiskey, especially for being 88 proof. It’s just a good sipping whiskey, straight or on the rocks.