Hard Truth Distilling continues to be a pioneer in the world of whiskey with this rye that drinks with the elegance of a French Cognac combined with a new “bold standard” of Indiana Rye. With this balance of orchard fruit against spice and barrel notes, they’ve given birth to a new breed of rye that steps into a spirit all its own. Richard orchard fruit reminds me of refined Calvados backed by clove, cinnamon, and other baking spices against of crème brûlée and barrel.