Compass Box Oak Cross

The Oak Cross one of those blended malts that has become part of the core range – or the Signature Range as they call it themselves. It consists of 60% Clynelish, 20% Dailuaine and 20% Teaninich. It matured on casks with American oak staves and French oak heads – hence the name Oak Cross. The Clynelish is immediately recognizable on the nose with its typical waxy and fruity character. Very fruity and floral – almost perfume-y – on the palate. Nicely waxy on Seville oranges, almonds and walnuts. Again stewed yellow fruit and some vanilla. Nice balance, by the way. It could have done with a slightly longer finish, but it’s nice nonetheless. Some lavender at the death. This is actually quite nice. And the prominence of the Clynelish is a big plus. Great aperitif style whisky.