Slightly hot and peppery initially. Quickly gives way to a mellow, smooth sweetness hints of rock candy, honey and citrus are subtle. Finish is long and slightly sweet.

A drink made by sweetening straight rye whiskey with rock candy and citrus peels, Rock & Rye traces its history back to the 19th century, when stern-faced barkeeps would pour a shot of rye and let customers add their own honey or rock candy, creating a drink similar to an Old Fashioned.