The High West Distillery - High West Rendezvous Rye Wanship, Utah, USA NOSE: A rich, layered bouquet featuring cinnamon stick, clove, vanilla, peppermint, caramelized sugar, and dried fruit. PALATE: Intensely spiced—think cinnamon, crisp mint, fennel, balanced by sweet undertones of caramel, molasses, vanilla, macaroon, cocoa, and candied fruit. FINISH: Warming and persistent, with pronounced rye spice, cracked black pepper, orange rind, and vanilla, lingering exceptionally long. AWARDS: High scores from leading publications: 94 points from Robert Parker – Wine Advocate; 95 points from Malt Advocate Magazine; 95 points from Whiskey Advocate; A stellar 96 points (Exceptional) from Wine Enthusiast. Best Rye Whiskey at the 2010 American Distilling Institute Craft Whiskey Competition.