Compass Box Spice Tree

I think the name just gave it away LOL. Yup, they were not exaggerating on the label; this will give you all the fruity and spiced flavours you can muster, and leave them on your mouth for eternity. A triumph of oak marriage into a delightful dram. Loved it.

Not my usual, because I enjoy self-loathing, but I appreciate this for how nice and approachable it is - honey with a touch of spice

Full nose with apples and pears. Palate brings spices and vanilla to top off those fruits.

Sample from Kory. This one, sadly, did not live up to the hype for me. It’s a good, everyday whisky. Citrus pith, sweet vanilla, and barrel spice on the nose. Pomander ball and peach rings on the palate. Finish is a flourish of spice and bright fruit.

Innovation, courage and the forces of evil. We all love a good story, and Compass Box's clash with the SWA regarding Spice Tree and the use of inner staves is almost legendary. On the nose, a potpourri of herbal and spicy flavors is enriched by grapefruit, toffee and candle wax. The punchy and aromatic arrival is led by chili pepper, ginger and a good amount of oak. Sweet and sour notes creep in, followed by lemon zest, nutmeg and parsley. Walnuts, resin and distant vanilla mark the long and peppery-dry finish. Kudos to John Glaser for creating this malt! RATING: 4.0/5.0 stars ≙ 88 pts → FIRST-CLASS