Creamy, subtle, soft. Coffee analogy: If bourbon is like fresh black coffee, Michter's American is like a latte. It's a bourbon mashbilll aged in USED oak which is unique amongst large distilleries. The nose is similar to a bourbon: vanilla, cherry, honey... nothing too exciting. The taste is different. First thing I noticed is the mouthfeel. Its like drinking cream. It coats the mouth like velvet while leaving hints of vanilla, spice, sweet corn, and finishes with some wood notes. It's bourbon but with softer edges. Its a very pleasant whiskey and one I think I'd be likely to share with those who are new to bourbon. Also, I would love to see more distilleries experiment with used oak.