So normally I don't do tastings on my inexpensive, mixing whiskies, but I saw some reviews on this one and felt the need to stand up for this whisky because it is one of the best value Canadian whiskies. Nose: Nice and rich. Some very typical Canadian whisky aromas here - lots of vanilla, maple, butterscotch, caramel... Despite this being rye and winter wheat not a lot of rye is coming through on the nose. Palate: Immediately rich and very creamy. I suspect the creaminess is from the winter wheat? More butterscotch and caramel here. Certainly not an overly spicy rye but mid-taste some cinnamon and pepper starts to come through. Somewhat light on flavour but very smooth and little burn despite what other tasters have noted. Finish: Light and relatively short. However some raisins/prunes on the back of the palate linger a little. Overall for the price point ($22.99 CAD) this is excellent! I will always have one of these on hand and although I probably won't drink neat due to the fact that it is a little light on flavour, it is still a great whisky and one I regularly use in cocktails. It's creaminess with some mild spice makes it particularly good in an old fashioned.