Blended Malt Scotch Whisky The Peat Monster 10th Anniversary
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As a distilled spirit, this bottle does not improve with age in the glass but remains stable indefinitely if stored properly; once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years.
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Roquefort blue cheese, smoked wild salmon, rich dark chocolate
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First released in 2013 to celebrate a decade of one of Compass Box's most famous creations, The Peat Monster 10th Anniversary edition represents a milestone in the art of modern whisky blending. Founder John Glaser designed this limited release to push the boundaries of the classic Peat Monster profile, delivering a deeper, richer, and more complex experience. This blended malt combines heavily peated single malts from Islay—specifically featuring components from Caol Ila and Laphroaig—with a touch of peated Highland malt. Matured in a combination of first-fill and refill American oak casks, along with a small portion finished in custom toasted French oak, this expression balances intense, earthy peat smoke and maritime salinity with a surprising core of sweet orchard fruits, vanilla, and baking spices. It stands as a testament to the philosophy that peat is not just about power, but also about elegance and complexity.
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Established in 2000 by John Glaser, Compass Box is an innovative boutique Scotch whisky blending house headquartered in London, England. Operating with a philosophy of absolute transparency and creative freedom, the company sources exceptional single malt and single grain whiskies from renowned Scottish distilleries to craft unique, small-batch expressions. Compass Box is celebrated for its pioneering approach to wood management, utilizing custom-made casks with toasted French oak heads to influence flavor profiles. Their highly acclaimed portfolio includes signature releases such as the rich and elegant Hedonism blended grain, the smoky Peat Monster blended malt, and the vibrantly spiced Spice Tree. This dedication to blending as an art form has redefined modern perceptions of Scotch whisky globally.