Taster

Nose: Perfumy. Vanilla pod. Sweetly appetising.

Palate: Soft. Oaty. A bit empty in the middle.

Finish: A hint of lemon. Cedary, bittersweet, balancing dryness.

Comment: Compass Box knows how to stay on course. Its whiskies are well-judged and consistent.

Score: 7.5

Taster

Nose: Gentle and creamy. Chocolate, vanilla and some red fruitiness (raspberry yoghurt?).

Palate: Very soft with great silky texture and a good cinnamon spiciness giving the mid palate a lift.

Finish: Rounded, fruity and soft.

Comment: Subtle and soft are the key words here. Like the best of these whiskies, this might not be as challenging as a peated Islay or sherried Speyside but it is bloody drinkable!

Score: 8.5