Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) vs Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Compass Box
£238
| Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Overeem | Compass Box |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 60% | 49% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £259.1 | £237.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Quick verdict
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet is better value at £238 vs £259.
For beginners: Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£259.1 vs £237.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£237.95 vs £259.1)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Compass?
Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Only Compass Box Metropolis - The Extinct Blends Quartet