Neat. Neck pour. Toasted MGP rye that is barrel proof practically. Yes please. The batch 1 of the Toasted Down Home Bourbon was just okay but did seem to improve with subsequent batches. I am hoping they took those learnings and applied them to the rye here. Plus Toasted Bourbon was held down for starting with such a young bourbon. Shouldn’t have the same issue with this rye. So the nose is interesting. I’m getting this toasted almond immediately and as I dig behind it, it lacks the MGP signature I would expect. Getting mostly light fruits behind the almonds. Like a medley of apples. Little cinnamon. The rye comes off as a rye bread. Little pepper. The finish is more subtle than Michters. It’s interesting but no stand out quality on the nose. Oh wow. The texture is like a thick syrup and the flavors are instant. Toasted coconut, maple syrup, vanilla frosting, cinnamon roll. The finish bring more frosting, hit a rye, and circles back to the toasted coconut. It’s so deliciously sweet. Well done Down Home. I was gambling on you but it paid off. This may be my favorite MGP rye in the collection. Such a treat.