Nose: Vanilla, cream, brown sugar, nutmeg, cloves. Some barrel showing up, though in a mild, rounded way. Bananas, cashews. Slight cinnamon, basil, dill, apricot, and persimmon. Faint honey. Really hunting for things here - the vanilla, oak, and brown sugar are definitely dominant here but the proof is helping keep things interesting. Palate: Vanilla bean ice cream with a dusting of chocolate powder. Clove and cinnamon, too, with oak in tow. Floral honey. The smallest hit of barrel influence - mild tannin. Bananas and orange blossoms. Light mouthfeel. Finish starts with a rush of orange oil - if you've ever sat at a bar and experienced the smell just after a bartender expresses a peel over a glass, you know what I'm talking about. Then the vanilla and cream show up, along with some hot cinnamon and nutmeg. As things fade out, I get a distinctly store-bought eggnog character, but with freshly grated cinnamon and nutmeg, while bright citrus pops over the top. Medium-short finish. Other notes: Surprised I hadn't reviewed this one yet. This is one of those sleeper hits that surprises the people I suggest it to - especially at its price point (sub $20 near me). It's not the most complex, rich experience, but it's an excellent example for a bog-standard bourbon, and one of a few budget offerings I regularly suggest to people wanting to get into the style. When I'm reaching for 100 proof, Knob Creek is usually my go-to, but I'm happy to land here when my budget dictates. An easy buy, and one that I'm always happy to come back to.