Blended Scotch The Extinct Blends Quartet Ultramarine
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Spirits do not mature further in the bottle; this whisky is ready to enjoy upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright and away from direct sunlight.
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blue cheese, dark chocolate, smoked salmon
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The Extinct Blends Quartet 'Ultramarine' is a masterful liquid homage to the rich, antique flavor profiles of late-20th-century deluxe blended Scotch whiskies. Created by the innovative blending house Compass Box, this expression is inspired by the iconic, heavy-girth, sherry-and-peat-inflected blends of yesteryear. It weaves together mature single malt whiskies—including ethereal, smoky Caol Ila—with exceptionally aged single grain whiskies from Cameronbridge and Girvan, matured in a combination of sherry butts and re-charred American oak casks. The result is a nostalgic, multi-layered tapestry of old-school peat, dried dark fruits, and rich, waxy toffee, capturing a bygone era of Scotch whisky production that is rarely encountered today.
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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.