This is an easy sipping Rye. There is some of the classic pepper, but Crown manages to smooth it out and create a mellow dram. I find the nose light, a bit boozy, and slightly sweet. Maybe pears. The palate is slow to evolve, I find vanilla, marishino cherries, light oak. No char or smoke. The finish is medium, still sweet but a slow burn. After a few I find my mouth has that dry feel I get with Rye, but it's hidden with just one. (3.5 stars)