Nose - Dark vanilla, barrel aged apple/pear cider, light hint of leather, dark caramel, honey. Taste - Fairly thin but has a nice "richer" mouthfeel, nice light white pepper tingle, dark caramel, dark apple/pear cider, light brine Finish - Lingering dark apple/pear cider sweetness, dark caramel, very light brine Score - 83/100 Final Thoughts - This is quite a step up from the Black & the Gold in that the nose just is so much more balanced. It smells older in that it has this intangible richness that only comes with time in an oak barrel. The sweetness was darker & more rich although still quite one-dimensional. This is something I could actually see myself sipping on very easily. Not complex, not off-putting or off flavors. Would I drink it if offered? - Yes Would I specifically order it? - Maybe Would I buy a bottle? - Maybe