I first tried this whiskey last summer and really liked it. I've been wanting to get some more to give it a proper tasting and I finally did. It's even better than I remember. In the glass it's a nice medium amber honey color. It coats the glass well and produces nice thick, long legs. First impression on the nose is spice, oak, and alcohol. Letting it sit for a while brings out a grassy/floral tone with vanilla and maybe some lemon notes. Even more time in the glass reveals hints of caramel. The longer it stayed in the glass, the more sweetness came out in both the nose and the palate. In the mouth this dram has a big, bright rye spice character that was immediately noticeable. Like the nose, the palate benefits from time in the glass, with vanilla, cinnamon, and hints of caramel coming out after some time. It has a fairly thick mouthfeel. The finish is warm, fairly long, sweet and peppery. This is a very drinkable rye whiskey that is enjoyable any way you like: on the rocks, neat, or in cocktails. Add in it's $20 price tag and you have an excellent value as well. Solid 4.0/80.