Compass Box Crimson Cask (750ml)

FLAVOUR PROFILE:
Chocolate fudge cake undercut with clove and cardamom, with hints of plum jam and red currant jelly, then rich cherry, toffee and oak, finished with raisin, honey and brown sugar.

SERVING RECOMMENDATIONS:
Focused on power, abundance and intensity, Crimson Casks rewards curiosity with layers of richness, brightness and spiciness. Drizzle over ice cream to reveal flavours of fig and cinnamon.

TECHNICAL DETAILS:
Bottled at 46% ABV. Natural colour. Not chill-filtered. Blended Scotch Whisky

93 points Whiskey Advocate #15 Whiskey of the Year 2024

One of the “core four” labels in Compass Box’s new lineup, along with Orchard House, Nectarosity, and The Peat Monster. Oloroso sherry casks play the starring role here, with two-thirds of the blend being oloroso-finished, creating deep color, sweetness, and a smooth texture. But it’s more subtle than just a sherry bomb, as there’s a lot going on: cinnamon spice and marzipan sweetness, creamy texture, layered flavors, and a long finish offering crème brûlée, baked red berries, brandy flambéed apricot, and more. —David Fleming