Quite enjoyable. It’s not as transcendent as the previous bottling, but still worthy of a spot on the shelf. Equally smooth, but less complex. Nose: orange pepper and spice. Fresh wood. Palate: moist pound cake. Baking spices. Ground pepper. Hints of fruit and honey. Slightly floral. Definitely drinks like a rye. Anyone who drinks this will enjoy it. There’s no need to be critical! It’s a little too pricey to use in a cocktail (every day) but I bet it would make an unbelievable old fashioned on a special occasion!