ripsnorter

/ˈrɪpˌsnɔrtər/
noun
  1. Something or someone that is very exciting, impressive, or remarkable.
    • The fireworks show was a real ripsnorter, with explosions of every color.
    • Her speech at the rally was a ripsnorter that got everyone cheering.
    • That storm last night was a ripsnorter—wind and rain like I've never seen.