Blended Malt Story Of The Spaniard
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Ready to enjoy upon release, this spirit does not mature further in the bottle and can be savored over several years once opened.
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Spanish charcuterie, dark chocolate, blue cheese
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The Story of the Spaniard is a sumptuous blended malt Scotch whisky born from founder John Glaser's early travels through Spain, where he first fell in love with the rich, oxidative profiles of Sherry wines. This expression is a liquid homage to the profound impact of Spanish wood on Scotch whisky maturation. Compass Box crafts this blend using a high proportion of single malts matured in Sherry casks and Spanish red wine casks, alongside a portion finished in custom toasted French oak casks. The result is a wonderfully decadent, fruit-forward, and spicy dram that showcases notes of red pears, orange peel, and rich baking spices, embodying the creative blending philosophy that defines the house.
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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.