enjoying neat for the first time nose - vanilla, sugar, light heat, some oak/leather notes and light peanut smell Taste - As soon as it hits my tongue I get sugar, vanilla, and some peanut flavors. Roll around the tongue and get a great light and smooth heat. The finish is more vanilla and sugar mixed with a smooth warm burn. Quite good Overall and value - After trying this, I was overall very impressed especially for the money. This is a solid first pour from this bottle and the fact it was only $25. Sad to hear Early Times has been bought out and this one will be discontinued cause it is quite good. Huge bang for the buck here.