Nose: Chewy toffee and caramel. Like one of those chews that you get at a parade. Sweeter and more candy nose than other bourbons. Also, no cherry nose like I find with Eagle rare which is a happy find. Vanilla present as well. A little more complexity found if I swirl and take a deeper whiff. Taste: Smooth and very little burn. Most likely due to the 80 proof that is bourbon. Usually drink scotch. Not a lot of complexity. Just a great example of what to expect with a pure bourbon. Slightly oily but insignificant compared to an Islay scotch. Finish: Nothing substantial that is inconsistent with the initial taste. This whiskey gets it’s rave and appeal because it’s smooth, true to the bourbon style, and has a good marketing/bottling approach. Worth the $60 retail but not something to chase at absurd prices like some whiskey groups sometimes hype. Would maybe consider paying up to $100 if you are a true fan of bourbon and have never had it. Near the best I have but remember, bourbon is so restrictive that very little difference exists among products.