This is a bespoke NAS (non-age statement) bottling released by Compass Box in 2017. Made in collaboration with Julio’s Liquors and Astor Wine & Spirits. It's an expression to show what can happen when ‘Rivals’ work together. The blend breaks down as such: 61.8% whisky from the Macallan distillery and 27.8% whisky from Imperial (a closed distillery) both of which are matured in first-fill ex-bourbon casks. Additionally, 8.5 % of the whisky is a Highland malt whisky aged in French oak, and 1.9% whisky from the Teaninich distillery aged in sherry casks. This is a limited edition with only 690 bottles produced.
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A rather austere, serious whisky. It introduces itself with notes of pine and sea spray, then hints of caramel as it opens up. The taste conjures up a sense of reading old books while drinking lemon cordial (as one does). The finish is long and peppery — there’s an Islay blend in the mix — with a pleasant dose of tannins pulling everything to a tight conclusion.
Wish the proof on this was higher. Sweet. Lemon zest.
Nose: honey, twizzlers?, Taste: sweet, mild spice,
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