Review from Barreled from November 2016 Part one of the Compass Box Whisky sampler pack reviews. As are all CBW whiskies, this is natural color and non chill filtered. This blend is 40% ABV. This NAS is a blend of 50% Lowland single grain, 40% Highland single malt and 10% Speyside single malt. Which distilleries, I'm not sure. All aged in first full American oak ex-bourbon casks. Based on the color, which is a pale straw, I would guess this is a very young whisky that was aged in very lightly charred casks, otherwise the first fill wood would have had a greater influence on the color. The nose is very light and fruity up front. Pears, green grapes and strawberries. First time I've ever nosed strawberries and it was a nice experience. Floral notes after the fruit. Once it sits in the glass the fruit starts to fade and the bourbon oak starts to dominate. Vanilla and bourbon sweetness, but still very light. The palate is just as light as the nose. Soft vanilla, light oak spices and bourbon caramel sweetness. The mouthfeel is very creamy. The ex-bourbon casks really shows its influence the longer it sits. The finish is quite short but very clean. Sweet but restrained with some light peppery oak. John Glaser called this a Sunday afternoon or a before dinner whisky and I couldn't agree more. Very light and well balanced. Perfect for the scotch novice or experienced whisky fan who is looking for something light to relax with. 3.5