Nose: Smoky, yielding to vanilla, tobacco, cola. Palate: Cherry, apple, cinnamon, charred oak. Not nearly as much of a scorcher as some other Stagg releases - this one is more refined, but without losing any of the rich, oily mouthfeel or the full-bodied flavor that makes Stagg a king among bourbons. Finish: Caramel, dark fruit, and oak last forever. One hell of a sip.