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Rank: 37.2 pctl
Value: $1.83 / pctl
Speyside • $68.00 • 43.0% ABV
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Rank: 34.7 pctl
Value: $1.80 / pctl
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Compass Box Oak Cross
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Compass Box Oak Cross is a rich, medium-bodied blended malt Scotch whisky, known for its innovative aging process that combines American and French oak to create a vanilla-forward yet spicy flavor profile. It is produced by boutique blender Compass Box, utilizing Highland single malts (primarily Clynelish) matured in hybrid casks.
100% Malted Barley
Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 83.00 pts
Whiskybase: 82.00 pts
Flaviar: 78.00 pts
The Whiskey Jug: 87.00 pts
Drink Hacker: 90.00 pts
Independently Owned
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Nose: Fresh and vibrant with a delicate combination of honey, vanilla taffy, orchard fruits, and a light, toasty oak spice
Palate: Creamy and sweet with soft vanilla, clove-like French oak spice, baked apple, and a slight, intriguing waxiness
Finish: Medium-length and warming, featuring lingering notes of sweet malt, toasted oak, and a pleasant, gentle spice.
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Rank: 37.2 pctl
Value: $1.83 / pctl
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Glenfiddich 14 Year Old
A 14-year-old single malt from Glenfiddich, matured in a combination of freshly-charred American oak casks and ex-bourbon barrels. The palate is led by sweet vanilla and peppery oak spice, followed by notes of toffee apples, ripe red cherries and sweet malt.
100% Malted Barley
Pro Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 87.00 pts
Intl Wine & Spirits: 93.00 pts
Connosr: 80.50 pts
Whiskybase: 83.50 pts
Total Wine: 92.00 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 90.00 pts
Flaviar: 80.80 pts
The Whiskey Jug: 85.00 pts
Drink Hacker: 85.00 pts
Part of the William Grant and Sons family of brands.
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Nose: A prominent oaky vanilla aroma is complemented by bright citrus notes of candied lemon and orange. Layers of apple tart, burnt sugar, and hints of cask char add depth.
Palate: The whisky delivers a lusciously sweet experience with caramel and toffee apple flavors. Creamy vanilla and spicy, toasted oak notes emerge, balanced by the candied orange peel.
Finish: The finish is long and warming, featuring rich woody spice, mellow butterscotch, toffee popcorn, and a lingering sweetness from the malt.
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