I've become a fan of the Scotch Test Dummies over the last year so, and they were fairly impressed at the quality of this young, high proof rye. I have to say that I am, too. The nose is classic rye - fresh cut dill, rye bread, baking spice, and some caramel. The palate is both spicy and sweet, with BIG notes of rye bread, cinnamon, clove, and a sweet caramel and vanilla finish.