This is another one of my favorite scotches. It is comparable to Laphroaig 10 with the peat character throughout. I give Laphroaig the slightest edge on Ardbeg because it's always had a fuller flavor in my opinion. Ardbeg 10 has great smoky notes on the nose, and it retains that sweetness that a lot of Islay whiskies have. I get some grilled fish notes on the palate, and again that great Islay sweetness. The finish is a little muted, but smooth. The edge that Laphroaig has probably has the most to do with the finish. Ardbeg 10 lacks that full flavor at the end, but it is sill an excellent whisky.