nose: heavy sherry influence, but not a bomb. There's a slight salty-smokiness (think lapsang souchong). Anise, menthol, dates, diced dried fruit, and soft mint close it out.palate: initially sweet,…

Color: The bourbon seems a bit light-color for an 18 year old spirit, almost like a well-ageing Sauternes.The nose is very dark, full of chocolate malt, sawdust, thick and moist coffee cake, with traces…