7306 – Compass Box Glasgow French Oak Cask Scotch Whisky 49º – 70 Cl.

7306 – COMPASS BOX GLASGOW FRENCH OAK CASK SCOTCH WHISKY  49º – 70 Cl.

Features: Compass Box Glasgow Blend is a blended Scotch whisky that pays homage to the historical profile of Glasgow consumers, characterized by being more robust, smokier and full-bodied than the milder styles of other regions.The Glasgow Blend was first launched by Compass Box in 2014; in addition to the main blended product, they launched a sub-product called “Single Marrying Cask”. These are essentially private cask selections that can be chosen by retailers or other partners; the example we have today was selected and bottled by specialty liquor store Storied Company in 2022.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Peaty and malty, with a touch of moisture. Oranges, plums and cranberry juice add a fruity touch, and there is also a soft vanilla and hints of soda. There are soft mineral notes, as well as a touch of cinnamon.
• Palate: The mouth feel is medium thick; lots of peat smoke at first, building in intensity. The chalky minerality is combined with buttery malt and barrel char; oranges, strawberries and sweet peaches bring back the fruit. It’s a bit sour and ashy at times.
• Finish: Medium to strong peat persistence, as well as hints of hot peppers and ash, a bit spicy at times. Acidic fruits like lemon, lime and orange… light floral notes and also some dry oak. It’s a medium-long finish.
• Final note: Such a solid blend: the high malt content shows with good depth and complexity. There’s a lot of peat, which shows the power of the phenolic notes. Lots of fruit, both light fruit and darker red fruit, showing that sherry influence.

Recommendations: Wonderful served in a glass or wine glass before or after dinner, perhaps with a splash of water. The added weight of Glasgow Blend will bring extra depth to whisky-based cocktails.

Distillery / Producer: Compass Box Distillery

Country of Origin: Scotland

Graduation: 49% Vol

Capacity: 70 Cl Bottle.