Right up there with Rittenhouse. Probably one of the better dollar for dollar ryes out there. The reviewer hit the nail on this one---really feels like you're taking that first bite into a Big Red chewing gum. Fruity, bold, with a slight burn. Just like I consider Ardbeg 10 the staple of affordable great scotch, this is its equivalent---great VFM, solid hitter, and equally good over ice or neat. Thanks Jack for this sample!!