This is a delayed review. When I first opened this bottle, it was hot and spicy and not very flavorful. The finish was not great either. I had forgotten about it as I had other better drams to drink. After about a year I went back to it because everyone thought ECBF was so good. Did I miss something? Wow, did it ever open up into one of the best bourbons I've ever tasted. The nose was pleasant but not great. The plate however gave me a burst of flavour that I could not wrap my head around. Sweet, spicy, rich, viscous. It was intense! The finish was long and chewy-so different than the first tasting. What a bargain compared to other high proofs out there.