Received a sample from a friend. Glass: Glencairn, rested 15 minutes. Color: Medium-dark amber. Nose: Lots of earthy and vegetal notes with some mint. Palate: Baking spice and clove. Finish: Long length with medium heat. Splash: A spicy minty note appears. Overall: 8/10 - I have had some bad experiences with Texas whiskey, but I can't find a fault here. It's definitely an above average rye, and the price doesn't break the bank. Still I wonder what more time in oak could have accomplished.