Smells dusty. Sweet praline and herb. The palate has tobacco and earth notes. Not a fan.
Compass Box Crimson Casks
Whiskey Scotch Scotland No age statement 46% ABV
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About this bottle
Crimson Casks, introduced in fall 2024, joins Orchard House and Peat Monster as one of two new additions to the Compass Box core collection. The blended malt incorporates first-fill oloroso sherry butts alongside Spanish red wine casks, among others. It is available nationwide starting September 2024. (SRP $74.99)
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Big chewy Starburst flavor. Slightly surpasses nectarosity.
Less intricate than Glendronach 12.
From a whisky festival
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