CONCLUSION: It's a win, and a very decent value! Unless I've got goals for the evening, I prefer this with a rock or splash of water. I feel it really let's the flavor of the bourbon (which is awesome) shine through. PALATE: Hot, I mean it is 120, but it's still enjoyable neat if you're in the mood. Great robust, sweet flavor. Definitely a fruitiness to it. Rich/full mouth feel. Really opens up and calms down with a little water. Heat dissipates, and because the rye content is relatively low, it becomes very enjoyable and buttery. NOSE: So good. For 120 proof, it's a pleasant surprise that it isn't strong ethanol that his you first. Sweet. Leather shop.