Surprisingly rich and robust for a $30 bottle of Scotch. The citrus and honey really pop at the beginning. The finish could be better, but it is still solid. Definitely better than Glenlivet 12 and Chivas 12; more comparable to Macallan 12. The flavor changes more as it moves toward to finish than with the la Santa or Quinta ruban. Definitely not as full and deep as the nectar d'or, but since it is only half the price, it is great for the money. It is definitely the best $30 Scotch I have had, so I heartily recommend it. It is highly reminiscent of the Glenmorangie 18 at a third of the price, sort of like Macallan 12 is similar to Macallan Rare Cask. It is important to note though that while the 10 year Glenmorangie is quite good, it lacks the richness, smoothness, and refined finish of the Glenmorangie 18. Here is my vote: keep the 10 year Glenmorangie for day-to-day drinking and unless you love the Glenmorangie 18, get another great Scotch that is a little more different for special occasions. The alcohol flavor is just a bit too present here. Otherwise it is quite good. This is drinkable, but in the price range Bushmill's Black Bush is better. This is better than Bushmill's Black Bush due to its richness and diminished alcohol taste, but it still tastes harsh not all that subtle. That said, it's really good. Of course, it does cost 50% more than Black Bush, so that's something to consider. The nose is fairly light and sweet with a bit of sea spray and smoke with some vibrant orange and some sweet vanilla that has a bit of mild butterscotch to it and also some grass. The palate is light with a bit too much alcohol punch and a somewhat sharp grassy flavor, but the orange is nicely vibrant and it pairs well with the plentiful vanilla and that hint of butterscotch. It's tasty enough to be sippable, but it isn't anything excellent. It's still more vibrant and well-executed than Bushmill's Black.