Compass Box Flaming Heart 25th Anniversary Edition

Oak, smoke and fire in a pared-back but epic performance. Rich, oily smoke appears on the nose, supported by zingy spice. Hints of raspberry and apricot, with a cookie dough and miso depth, encircled by impressions of tarry rope. On the palate, it is immediately dense as spices like clove, pink and black pepper and nutmeg arrive. Medicinal peat notes duke it out with bright and winey fruit. Finally, concentrated smoke that is at once woody and ashy with menthol and citrus oils.