Booker's Japanese Connoisseur Small Batch is a barrel-strength bourbon, presented at a notably high 62.6% ABV. Bourbons at this strength are often bold and full-bodied, with concentrated sweetness, oak, and spice.
For a novice drinker, this style can feel powerful and warming, especially if tasted neat. A few drops of water can help open it up and make its richness easier to explore.