I decided to give Redneck Riviera another try especially after John Rich’s song “Take Your Progress and Put It Where the Sun Don’t Shine” came out. I was initially a little harsh, but feel that this whiskey is right at average. Aroma of vanilla and honey. Nothing special on the front end. Smooth. Sweet with a little heat. A good effort for a blended bourbon. Easy to drink straight up. I prefer my bourbon to have more body on the front end.