At the beginning of the journey you taste spice and heat. Yet the "old holt" sends you for a ride that you are yet to experience. The beauty and passion that flows through this american rye is exceptional. I could care less if you are paul revere or Vanna white, this whiskey makes you want to hold your loved ones close and embrace your hated enemies. Appreciate old overholt for the reliable friend it has been to me and hopefully the companion it promises to be to you.