At 100 proof, this was decent bourbon but take it down with a bit of water and it becomes a new favorite. The nose reminds me of birthday cake icing. The taste is complex with dark fruits, cinnamon, vanilla, and just the right amount of barrel. It’s a little oily in the mouth but not off putting. I’m become a fan boy of Buffalo Trace bourbons. At a good price if $44, I’ll definitely purchase more but it’s not enough to consistently win over Eagle Rare at $28.