Definitely more rye-forward compared to your standard bourbon, but overall pretty mild on the non-spicy flavor. Classic bourbon taste with vanilla, honey syrup, and a bit of barrel/barbecue smokiness. Pretty spicy, if short, finish, and very rye-forward on the nose. Not bad at all but for $45 its not a great value at its abv considering Eagle Rare, Knob Creek, Elijah Craig, Evan Williams SB, and Four Roses SB are cheaper than this.