Sweet and Rich. This spirit is very rich. When I drink it neat, I can't really pick up many flavors, I get overwhelmed. On the rocks this drink is sublime. I get a very rich vanilla cream taste with just a hint of that orange. I also taste toasted sugar and nutty flavors. This drink is so complex. I haven't had much luck mixing with this so far, the flavors get lost, but I'm still going to try. It is a bit on the pricey side, because I haven't found much utility for it. but if you want to drink this neat or on the rocks, and like that rich vanilla taste, its worth it.