Not nearly as sweet as most aged rums, and more bourbon-like in appearance. Dark fruit and hazelnut, on the nose; with a little toffee sweetness on the palate. Really more whiskey-like than I expected, but not unpleasantly so. Not cheap, but reasonable for an 18 year old blend. Won’t surpass Appleton Estate Rare Blend as my favorite sipping rum, but one I definitely intend to revisit once in a while.