Nose is a little spicy for 92 proof. Nothing special here. Drastic improvement on the palate. I remember thinking the neck pour was boring, but now that it's opened up, it's more complex than I remember. Classic caramel bourbon with a bit of a rye kick. Finish is more of the same. If you like a little bit of the High West rye note, this is a great bottle for the price. If you REALLY like the High West rye note, I've heard their Double Rye is one of the best bangs for your buck on a rye whiskey.