Powers Gold is a robust, flavorful example of the Irish whiskey style. There is honey, vanilla, wood spice, a hint of malt from the pot still portion and a heavier mouthfeel than the typical standard Irish. Overall, I would say this rates at the next step over the other standard Irish offerings. Jameson is sweeter and Bushmills has less spice if that is what you want (and sometimes I do), but Powers offers much more flavor.