Strong maple and caramel on the nose, followed by a smooth leather scent. The first taste provides a solid, sugary caramel flavor followed by an intense maple flavor. The next level hits you with a solid pepper and leather front with a hint of beautiful smoke to follow. Typical spice and smoke of a rye, but with a smooth and sweet maple and sugary caramel to round out the bite you usually get with a rye. Very nice experience!!