Nose... Toffee, vanilla, peaches, cocoa and coffee... Almost an ice cream sundae. Appearance... Medium to dark copper, borderline mahogany... Taste.... Utterly sweet brown sugar with a touch of coffee and chocolate. The rye is definitely noticeable and makes a perfect appearance. A leather and pepper note is apparent from the middle to finish and is a welcomed friend... Overall... At $22.99/750ml it's a steal. Between this and Rittenhouse I've got the lower cost Rye category covered and under at $26/bottle. This is an easy go to for a nice dessert type rye. Served neat and enjoying as I type...