Blended Scotch Delilahs XXV American Oak & Sherry Cask
⏳ Drinking Window
As a distilled spirit, this does not mature further in the bottle and is ready to be enjoyed immediately, remaining stable for decades if stored upright and away from direct sunlight.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
blue cheese, dark chocolate, smoked brisket
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the legendary Chicago punk rock whisky bar, Delilah's, this expression is a masterclass in collaborative blending by Compass Box's John Glaser and Delilah's owner Mike Miller. The liquid history of this release is fascinating: it incorporates a parcel of the original 2013 Compass Box Delilah's blend that had been further aged in active American oak hollow-head casks, which was then artfully married with single malts matured in Spanish Sherry casks (both Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez). This unique maturation bridge yields a spirit that honors the energy of its namesake bar, offering a beautiful tension between the sweet, creamy vanilla notes of American oak and the rich, spicy, dried-fruit complexity of traditional Sherry casks.
🍾 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%