High West Double Rye

Tried neat in a Glencairn the nose offered the now familiar MGP dill pickle note, Pine, Eucalyptus, orange oil/citrus peel, clove, and a little bit of varnished oak. Very enjoyable and complex. On first tasting the dill note overwhelms, but with repeated tasting it fades to the back and you are rewarded with citrus, a craft beer hoppy note, eucalyptus, mint, cinnamon, and lots of black strap licorice. So much going on here. It is a prickly pour, but not overly so. It warms all the way down and leaves a coating of licorice and a black pepper tingle. A splash adds a touch of sweetness and a little more oak to the mix. This may be one of the most complex bourbon/ryes I've ever had. It's amazing that it can take 3 things that I do not care for (hoppy craft beer, black licorice, and eucalyptus) and combine them in a way that I want to savor every drop. I have seen it described as "gin like" and I definitely agree. Since gin is what got me into the world of spirits, maybe that's why I like it so much.