Color is particularly dark for a whiskey, but still clear glossy. Nose is earthy, with notes of prairie grasses and dark chocolate. First sip is very smooth, at first almost hard to perceive. Them subtle cocoa notes arrive, followed by a delicate sprinkling of cinnamon. As I take a second and third sip, earthy notes, perhaps hops, but very subtle and not very bitter, present themselves. The finish is essentially a short linger of the cinnamon and cocoa. The overall flavor is subtle but excellent. I can't help but wish the flavors were just a little stronger. A 90 or 100 proof version would be fantastic.