Description

Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Volume: 700ml          ABV: 52%           Age: No Age Statement           Country: Scotland

Compass Box Secrets of Smoke is a blended malt Scotch whisky that explores the nuanced and often mysterious world of peated whisky. Unlike their heavily peated Peat Monster, Secrets of Smoke aims to offer a more approachable and layered smoky experience.

Compass Box is known for its transparent blending practices, and while exact recipes shift, their general approach is well documented. Secrets of Smoke focuses on the integration of peated whisky in a way that reveals its complexities beyond just raw smoke. The blend typically includes a combination of heavily peated Islay malts, alongside other peated and unpeated whiskies from various regions. The aim is to create a balance between intense smoky notes and other complementary flavours. They often utilise some Highland peated malt to add some earthy characteristics.

Secrets of Smoke is characterised by its layered smoky notes, with hints of bonfire embers, roasted spices, and a subtle sweetness. Expect to find aromas and flavours of peat smoke, sea salt, medicinal herbs, and a touch of fruit and spice. Secrets of Smoke is designed to be a more approachable peated whisky, suitable for both experienced peat lovers and those looking to explore smoky whiskies. It’s a whisky that can be enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to reveal its full range of aromas and flavours.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Gentle peat smoke, sea spray, hints of spice, and a subtle sweetness.

Palate: Balanced smoky flavours, with notes of roasted spices, medicinal herbs, and a touch of fruit.

Finish: Long and warming, with lingering smoky notes and a subtle sweetness.

Compass Box Secrets of Smoke is a whisky that delivers a complex and nuanced smoky experience. It’s a testament to the art of blending and the ability to create a harmonious and flavourful whisky that explores the depths of peated whisky.