So this might be a bit of bourbon nirvana for me, at least for this year. There are cherries and raisins on the nose, as well as oak and a little bit of caramel. The palate is amazingly coating but not oily at all. That ethanol kick is there followed by some nice creamy butter. I get raisin and cinnamon. Reminds me of warm bread pudding. A drizzle of caramel tops it all off. The finish lasts for days. There is a hint of that signature boozy cherry coke, then it gets tart with an oaky dryness, but not one that takes the wind out of you. This was a very, very good sip. I do not agree with some of the reviews out there that point out the lower proof as compared to all other releases as a flaw. I find it just enough to give you a big hug, and just low enough not to leave you gasping.