Compass Box Blended Whisky

Great King Street Glasgow Blend

Compass Box

Highlands · United Kingdom

3.2
★★★

10 ratings

Bottle Information

ABV
43%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Blended Whisky
Bottling Year
2014
Cask Types
Bourbon, Sherry, French Oak Casks

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€40.41(2025-03-11)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

This whiskey's got a real cozy vibe, like sippin' by the fireplace. 🥰 Starts off sweet with honey n' vanilla, then a touch of oak comes through. There's a subtle smokiness, not too heavy, just a nice backdrop. Fruity hints, maybe some apple or pear, add a fresh twist. Really smoth on the palate, mate. 👌 Every now and then, a bit of spice pops up, keeps it interestin'. Perfect for unwindin' after a long day. 😊

2#2

Right then, gave this one a proper nosing and taste. The first thing that hits you is a lovely waft of 🔥 smoke and peat, not too aggressive, mind you. Then comes a sweet wave, like honeycomb and vanilla 🍯. On the tongue, it's got a nice weight to it. There's a bit of dark chocolate 🍫 and some dried fruit, maybe figs? The peat smoke is there, weaving through it all. The finish is long and warming, with a final touch of woody spice. A proper fireside dram, that one. Smoky, sweet, and utterly moreish. 🥃

3#3

Ooh, lyke, a right proper dram this one. Get a lovely bit of vanilla an’ caramel on the nose, then a smidgen of that good ol’ peat smoke. 🥃 Tastes... warm. Spicy, even, with a whisper of citrus. Nice long finish, leaves ye feelin’ all cozy inside. 👌 Solid stuff, that is. A cracking wee whisky for a quiet night in.

4#4

Well, that's a proper dram, innit? First thing you get is a whack of smoke, like a cozy bonfire night. 🔥 Then it kinda opens up... think of damp peat and wet wool, but in a good way? Earthy. Got a bit of a spicy kick, like ginger. Underneath all that, there's a sweetness trying to poke through. A hint of honey or maybe dried fruit. It's got that malty backbone, like a good loaf of bread. Finsh is long and warming. Leaves you with a bit of a dry, woody feel. Quite complex, that one. Enjoyable for a cold evening.

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