The Dram Club - October 2020

This quarter, for the 20th Anniversary of Compass Box, we explore their signature whisky, Hedonism.

Quick Whisky Notes:

  • From the Compass Box blending house

  • Blended Grain Scotch Whisky - a blend of Single Grain whiskies from numerous distilleries

  • Crafted by John Glaser, self-proclaimed Whiskymaker

  • Batch MMXIX-B

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COMPASS BOX HEDONISM

Distillery: unknown (blend of single grains)

Blender/Bottler: Compass Box - John Glaser

Region:

Mash Bill: unknown

Distilling: unknown

Aging: combination of ages and barrels

Distilled: unknown

Bottled: October 31, 2019

Nose: vanilla, heather, spice

Palate: lush, caramel, marmalade

Finish: rich body with warmth and a sweet finish

Recommended serving: serve with splash of water or on a small cube

ABOUT Compass Box

In 2000, John Glaser, a US transplant in the UK working as a distiller for a large company, had the desire to introduce high quality whiskies to more people. He devised a model that emulated the classic blending houses of Scotland but with a focus on quality over quantity. Two decades later, his thriving blending house is known across the globe for unique, expresses whiskies. Learn more about Compass Box here.

Why I am excited about this Whisky

Hedonism was born out of a desire to express the unique character of Single Grain whiskies. Too often do Single Malts take the limelight; yet, contrary to the point of Single Malts, many whisky enthusiasts prefer rich, opulent characters in their dram. Grains other than barley aged in selectively rich oak profiles can give the bold, lush style whisky aficionados and beginners alike can enjoy.

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