Golden color and medium body. The nose is predominantly sweet. Scent reminds me of caramel with subtle spice, more cinnamon than pepper with a hint of ethanol. Taste is again sweet up front with hints of oak, leather and something like cherries with a floral, caramel finish that lasted one minute or two. Another 10 proof is desired but in no way is this not a bargain. Would I hunt forever for it? No. I will always grab one off the shelf if it appears though!