Blended Malt Spice Tree Extravaganza
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As a distilled spirit, it is ready to enjoy immediately upon release and will not mature further in the bottle, remaining stable for decades if stored upright and away from direct sunlight.
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Dark chocolate desserts, strong blue cheeses, roasted venison
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In 2005, Compass Box launched 'The Spice Tree,' a revolutionary blended malt that pushed the boundaries of traditional Scotch whisky maturation by inserting toasted French oak staves into the casks. This innovative technique drew the ire of the Scotch Whisky Association, leading to an infamous ban. Undeterred, founder John Glaser re-engineered the process using custom casks with heavily toasted French oak heads. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of this legendary battle and triumph, Compass Box released the 'Spice Tree Extravaganza.' This limited edition builds upon the classic Spice Tree blueprint, incorporating older component whiskies and a significant portion of sherry-cask matured malt. The result is a deeper, more decadent spirit bursting with rich baking spices, dark fruits, and a velvety, warming finish.
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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.