Compass Box Spice Tree Extravaganza Scotch Whisky 46% Alcohol – 700ml

A limited edition blended malt from the excellent Compass Box folks, taking inspiration from their cracking (and briefly banned) Spice Tree. Nose: Waxy orange peel, peppercorn, milk chocolate, Jelly Tots, maybe some Sauternes. Nectarines, too. Palate: A big, punchy opening filled with ginger and poached pear. Develops hints of thyme, clove and Manzanilla sherry. Finish: Oak-y and drying on the finish, with remnants of ginger and clove.