I have to give this 5 stars since it's one of my favorites in terms of taste and value. Even though -- as a BIB -- it must be a minimum of 4 years old, I suspect this is older. For 100 proof, I find it smooth with a touch of heat. Nice complexity and nice finish. And while everyone's palate is different, this one hits just about all the right notes for me. Writing this reminds me that I should pick up another bottle. Still affordable here (around $40) in this bourbon-crazed marketplace.