If you will ask me, I would say quality over quantity always.

But, within the first sip, was the realization that it probably actually would be preferable to spend $100 on a truly good bottle of scotch, than the same amount on three cheap ones.

Reviews on food and wines couldn't really be separated from our personal bias based on background, interest or hobby. You might as well be right, someone else might find those whiskey quintessential.

As to the whiskey itself... the tones, the aromas, the lingering flavors... I don't fucking know!