This would be an outstanding bourbon if the finish was as good as the initial flavor. TIP: let it sit out for about half hour. Much of the alcohol flavor and smell dissipates and you are left with a much sweeter initial taste that is amazing. Again, the finish is long but the flavor is somewhat lacking in the aftertaste IMO. Adding water mutes the flavors a bit. I’d rather leave it out than adding water. Would love a chance to compare this with the big daddy.