First time enjoying a glass neat Nose - mint, spicy undertones, and typical rye smell Taste - tons going on here that is perfectly balanced. Rye, clove, oak, mint, chocolate and a long balanced spicy finish. Superb taste. Overall - nose lacks depth but the palate is leaps and bounds above recent rye whiskeys I have enjoyed. Comes with a hefty price tag of 70+ but it is justified.