The nose is heavy with honey. At a higher proof than the Copper Pot, the ethanol hits up front but gives way to pleasant honey and vanilla. Not as sweet as the regular counterpart, this drinks more like bourbon. Fuller bodied, but more fruity than bourbon could hope to be. The spices and ethanol linger longer than expected, probably due to the fuller body. I would let it breath a little prior to enjoying. Would reserve this for special friends and business meetings. This would make a great gift, but I don't think I'll spend the extra again over their regular offering