Smells initially like ethanol and acetone. Fairly strongly, too much for just 40% ABV. Eventually you’ll catch some vanilla. Taste is much more subtle, mostly vanilla flavors, a little maraschino cherry. Maybe a slight spice. But it’s one of those whiskys that don’t have much flavor. Somehow this was $50 per bottle at the time and location of purchase, should never be more than $25.