Russell's Reserve 6yr Rye 750ml

Opened this expecting another young rye, but the nose hits you with citrus and caramel right away. It’s bold and spicy on the finish, yet not harsh at all. At 750ml, it’s a serious steal for something this old.

For a rye that's been hand-picked by folks with a century of combined experience, the bold spice here is remarkably smooth without losing its kick. I poured a glass neat and the caramel backbone kept the heat in check, making it dangerously easy to sip. At this price, it's hard to find anything this

The citrus note hits right up front, then that caramel sweetness rolls in before the bold spice finishes clean. For the price, finding a rye this old and this well-balanced is genuinely rare—I’ve already gone through half the bottle in a week.