Woodford Reserve Rye uses a preprohibition style ratio of 53% rye in its mash bill to pay homage to historys original rye whiskeys, making spice and tobacco the dominant note among a sea of fruit, floral, and sweet aromatics, which yields a nice sweetness and overall balance. Woodford Reserve Rye whiskey can deliver complex flavors neat, on ice, or in a cocktail. A balanced rye makes a more balanced cocktail.