An entry level rye from Buffalo Trace. Came across it in a liquor store while in Tennessee and was delighted to find it as it has become incredibly difficult to find in Atlanta. Nose: Dried spices dominate the nose. There is also a good amount of sweetness and fruits on the nose to balance things out. Also a smell almost like cherry wood furniture is present Palate: First comes the sweetness, a corn type sweetness more so than fruit. Soon after the spice starts to take over with cinnamon and black pepper. The sweetness is present throughout and creates a marvelous balance. Finish: medium in length. Is spicy at first with the black pepper and cinnamon lingering before a slight bitterness becomes present, but never taking over the spices. I think I found this bottle for around $30 which makes it a great value. I do enjoy the higher corn portion in the mash bill that adds a sweetness and juiciness to the dram. Good enough to drink neat but would also make an excellent cocktail, could see this being a substitute for bourbon in a cocktail if you are looking for slightly more spice.