The Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13yr has a complex nose of dark fruit, leather, and tobacco, with a palate that balances sweet toffee and caramel with rye spice, white pepper, and hints of cherry and mint. The finish is long and warm, featuring lingering notes of cinnamon, oak, and dried fruit. It’s often described as a refined and smooth rye that can sometimes lean more towards bourbon-like characteristics due to its aging and mash bill.