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Compass Box The Circle Edition No. 2, 46%

Price: 130 Issue: Fall 2022 Reviewer: Jonny McCormick Category: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky


The concept for this whisky is based on the color of coral and the phenomenon of synesthesia, whereby sensory stimuli provoke crossover experiences—like associating colors with flavors. An intensity of aromas is unleashed: tropical fruits, grilled pineapple, vanilla, caramel, dried apple ring, oak spices, dried citrus wheel, and struck match. Sweet, fruity, silky, and drenched in flavors of citrus, honey, tangy pineapple, grapefruit, lime zest, Life Savers, gummy bears, sliced apple, deep spices, and jelly beans. (3,113 bottles worldwide)