Russell's Reserve 6 Year Rye

Great. Might be a little expensive for those try Rye for the first time, but make the investment. Sweet, smooth, light spice. Easy sipper neat or with a little ice. $40 is Virginia

Nose: Dry oak and unsweetened coco. Dill and rosemary herb notes, dry florals, light spice, corn flakes Palate: Medium+ body, vanilla kicks in, bready, light anise, caramel rolls through, herb notes carry over. Water brings out a bit of roasted peanut Finish: Not overly spicy, soft and pleasant, sweet throughout, medium length Not overly flashy but balanced and super solid for the price, a great starter rye.

N: sweet, vanilla P: spicy, sweet F: medium length, warm not hot,

Better than the parallel bourbon but wouldn’t drop $50 on it again

Very smooth and light. Easy to drink