I made mine with El Tesoro Reposado, Lustau Peninsula Palo Cortado, Cruzan Black Strap, and Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao. I thought the sherry was too strong at the first sip but gave it a few minutes and I started to taste other things. After that, I was getting a much better balance of flavors when drinking the rest of the cocktail. I guess I just needed to acclimate but it's a very delicious drink! It has lots of complexity to it and I'd be happy to make it again in the future.