Having enjoyed the Old Ezra quite a bit I took a chance on the barrel pick from A&B. Wasn't sure what to expect so this one is a gamble. Let's roll the dice.... Nose is brown sugar and vanilla like a proper bourbon, but this one has some ethanol lingering so don't breathe too deep. First sip brings some sweetness to the tip of your tongue, but it is quickly engulfed with some significant heat. I am getting some burnt caramel notes, but not in the creme brulee vein. This is unfortunately a little off for my palate. A couple sips in and I just get more burned aftertaste instead of a nice slow burn. Verdict here is that I really wanted to enjoy this pour, but it was subpar in my humble opinion.