A surprise to be sure...I bought this bourbon as "pick in a poke...what the hell" I'll give it a try deal...(we've all done it)....you SEE something new...the clerk say's "it's NEW here and on sale" So....ya give it a try. I, not being one to buy anything from Canada...OK....a few things....decided to give this a try. The taste was smooth as most blends are. NO big one flavor stands out..but it certainly was enjoyable. I will share this spirit with all who stop by . The price was more then fair.. The taste was a 3.8 and a .2 for a good price...I might buy again.