The nose is quite intense with an ABV of 63.6% (127.2 proof) ... keep some distance between your nose and the glass lest you burn it 😂 ... once you get past that initial punch you get the usual sweet vanilla, caramel and brown sugar notes with some dark fruits and hints of orange, coffee and oakiness. Adding a few drops of water and letting the glass sit for a few minutes helps opening it up to reveal more fruity cherry like aromas with some baking spices. The palate is fairly consistent with the nose with sweet juicy character developing with more wood lactones with coconut-like flavor and creamy mouthfeel. While it is high proof, it is very well balanced with quite a rich and sweet almost creme brulee like experience followed by the spicy kick of cinnamon, pepper, nutmeg and candied ginger. The finish is quite long and extends the experience of desserty goodness 😃 ... The sweet and spicy characters continue with a nice warming finish that goes on for a while ... Certainly glad to have found this one!