I have been drinking Crown Royal for decades but lately have wanted to cut back on alcohol without giving up taste. I have tried MANY different brands and have found none that taste the same. I have realized that I have to just find something that tastes good on its own “personality” and is not a copy. I believe this is it - it has a familiar rye taste, with definite oak and vanilla notes, at least to me. I can agree with those who say it is “spicy” too. A splash of bitters gives it the familiar burn of actual alcohol without the complications. I can’t give 5 stars due to the strong oak aroma, but thankfully the taste is very smooth. It’s also fairly pricey compared to other NA whiskeys.