Color: Dark Gold, long legs on twirl - oily Nose: Pickle brine on the initial whiff. A lot of spice is present along with hints of pear, caramel, vanilla and brown sugar. I usually grab onto one scent, and really can’t shake this lovely aroma of pickle brine (picklebacks anyone?) Palate: An initial burst of sweet and sour gives way to chocolate and cherries. Shortbread and maple syrup by the mid palate, along with candied apples. Finish: A relatively quick finish full of oak and spice that leaves the tongue with a mild waxy coat. Overall: After beginning my journey into the world of whiskey solely through scotch, I’m starting to dabble more in bourbon and have been pleasantly surprised with the results. Four Roses has done a great job with this offering - it’s sweet (but not too sweet), spicy (but not too spicy), and fruity (but not too fruity). This is dangerously sippable, and I’ll be sure to keep a bottle on the shelf. Warehouse: NN Barrel #76-2A (5/10/20)