I like the smell better than the rose, but prefer the medicated, which they no longer make.
Check out this thread, especially #4: Why did Thayers discontinue Superhazel? - https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/why-did-thayers-discontinue-superhazel.589714/#post-10747287 . I was a Thayer's Medicated user also. I found two bottles at a Marshall's but then found out it was discontinued. I found the Dickinson's Enhanced at a local CVS. It is good stuff and a worthy replacement for the Medicated, IMHO.
I use Thayers instead of an alum block, cold water rinse, splash on some thayers and finish with a nice aftershave balm...work great for me