Expected more from a 16 yr old rye. It was light all the around on the nose, palate, and finish. Nice dark amber color showing it’s age in the charred oak barrel. More sweet vanilla on the nose than palate. The spice started strong but the intensity faded pretty quickly followed by char on the back palate. Not a lot of complexity as far as other flavor notes showing up to play. There’s a weird aftertaste left on the tongue. Not sure what it is. More flavors may show up with a few drops of water or over ice.