43% abv Nose: vanilla; honey dew melon; slight butterscotch; slight caramel apple; very mild rye spice. Taste: rather delicate and rounded yet rich on the palate with toffee, melon, that classic Irish pot still grain note and again a light kick of rye spice. Develops into sweet golden apple, soft pepper tingle and vanilla/caramel. Finish: medium and warming, with hints of dark chocolate, pear and faded spices from the rye. Oh, and a wee copper penny note right at the end. Value: $35-45 USD. Tough call! See below. Final thoughts: not your average rye. The spice is quite muted and balanced with sweet tropical fruits and vanilla. This is as easy drinking of a rye as you’ll find. All in all it’s an interesting pour that could easily frustrate high-rye fans, intrigue rye sippers and open doors for rye noobs. 3/5 Recommend trying or buying a bottle at a good price.