Sweet cinnamon, clove, and anise nose. Sweet caramel on the palate but yeasty bread is there as well with just a touch of fruitiness. Gets peppery and finishes with a lingering sweet cinnamon roll. Clove and licorice are there as well. This is a very good rye and a permanent fixture in my bar. This rye is unparalleled at this price. Hey Old Forester, I know you haven't joined the barrel finish trend, but this rye finished in a toasted barrel could be over the top.