Catoctin Creek Hot Honey Rye Infused with Natural Virginia Wildflower Honey and Chiles (Batch 23NO1), 40%

The nose melds sweet with funk: there’s powdered sugar, vanilla soft serve, hints of pepper, and an underlying aroma of pickle. Bubble gum pops on the palate, as do Red Hots, a crack of black pepper, jalapeños, and sugar cookie. More cinnamon and bubble gum on the finish, as well as gummy fruit snacks, overripe berries, and a dollop of honey—it all makes for quite the flavor ride.