Blended Malt Menagerie
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, as spirits do not mature further in the bottle. It will maintain its complex profile indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Blue cheese, dark chocolate, roasted duck
✨ Technical Specifications
Compass Box's 'Menagerie' is a masterfully crafted Blended Malt Scotch Whisky that celebrates the diverse, sometimes 'wild' flavor profiles of Scotland's single malts. Conceived by founder John Glaser, this limited edition release brings together a collection of distinct malt whiskies, much like a curated menagerie of exotic creatures. The heart of the blend features the meaty, robust spirit of Mortlach—often called the 'Beast of Dufftown'—complemented by the honeyed, waxy character of Deanston, the elegant fruitiness of Glen Elgin, and a subtle touch of peaty, medicinal smoke from Laphroaig. These are married with Compass Box's custom Highland Malt Blend, aged in toasted French oak casks. The result is a complex, multi-layered spirit that showcases the blender's art: balancing rich fruit, savory spice, and delicate smoke into a harmonious whole.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 2000 by American entrepreneur and former wine merchant John Glaser, Compass Box is a pioneering Scotch whisky blending house headquartered in London, England. Operating as an independent boutique whiskymaker rather than a traditional distiller, the company sources exceptional single malt and grain whiskies across Scotland, reimagining the art of blending through creative maturation, custom French oak cask management, and an unwavering commitment to transparency. Compass Box has challenged Scotch whisky conventions with its progressive philosophy and artisan approach, creating a diverse portfolio celebrated for vibrant innovation and complexity. Among their signature and highly acclaimed expressions are Hedonism, a benchmark blended grain whisky, alongside celebrated blended malts such as The Peat Monster and The Spice Tree.
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
46%