New England Distilling Gunpowder, 43.5%

While rye whiskeys tend to lean into spicier notes, Gunpowder offers a sweet, charming take on the style. The nose is tropical and citrusy, with dried pineapple, ripe mango, and sweet lime. There's orange soda, chocolate-orange, and new oak, too. The palate follows the nose, turning the sweetness up, with a rich mouthfeel. The finish introduces a bit of rye spice without stepping away from its sweet core.