Interesting taste. The port and rye come thru for a thicker texture spice. I like this on the rocks with the ice chilling it and loosening the texture. I understand that that is is not a true bourbon/rye, but it is a delicious sipper. It is a basil product so it has a lower abv and no burn. If the thought of some more pronounced port flavor into your rye interests you, try this and you won’t be disappointed