This is a rye forward Bourbon. I believe the mash bill is 68% corn, 28% rye, and 4% barley. Right from the start the nose catches me. Spicy, floral, and a bit boozy. The astringency on the nose might put some people off. Taking a sip continues my first thoughts. It is peppery in the mouth, a little thin, but still sweet. A lighter sweet more like honey than corn syrup. The finish is drying and a bit longer. Sipping a few pulls my mouth in a bit.