Tasted at room temperature / Norlan glass / no water or ice added. Batch 03. 88 proof. The nose is alcohol, leather, and oak... Maybe the slightest hint of vanilla too. So far, it's screaming "youth" to me. On the palate this befuddles me. I was so expecting a young, hot whiskey that I was very surprised by the less than expected burn. It's not mature, and it needs more time in the barrel, but the palate is a pleasing mix of holiday spices, especially cinnamon, a bit of citrus zest, and a touch of caramel. It's still drinks more like a 110 proof than a 90, but this exceeded expectations. The finish is medium to long, leaving a orange peel and cinnamon notes lingering. Not a whiskey I'd buy again until they get more age behind it, but it's on the right track and exceeded my (exceedingly low) expectations.