Spicy, but not overly so. There is plenty of rye in here, but it is still somewhat sweet. The flavor is robust with wood faintly present and some nice coconut on the finish. I'd appreciate less rye and spice, but it's hard to deny the fullness of this drink's character and the sweetness provides good balance. Some smoke lingers at the end and is mixed with some slightly medicinal herbal flavor that adds a bit of bitterness that mixes with the wood with a slightly minty tinge. Not a ton of fruit and flowers are here, though some vanilla is present. The main flavors: spice, toffee, rye, wood, mint, and maybe some citus and vanilla. I don't love bourbon, but I must admit that this is quite good. I would personally like a sweeter finish, but for fans of bourbon, this is already on the sweeter side