117.2 proof Nose- Caramel corn, butterscotch, rye spices, cocoa powder, cherry Palate- Rye spices initially, leather, caramel corn, powdered sugar, cherries Finish- Medium, spicy finish with notes of rye spices, powdered sugar, and oak Initially in the glass I was not impressed. But after some time to air out, this transformed into a solid whiskey. I really like the caramel corn and butterscotch on the nose, the primary smells im getting. The palate opens up with a wave of rye spice, the caramel corn returns, and some powdered sugar pops up near the end. I would expect a longer finish with such a high proof bourbon, but nonetheless, it is tasty... with oak, rye spices, and powdered sugar rounding it out. For $400 this is a hard pass for me. I would drink it at a bar for the right price, but I would pass on a bottle.