Compass Box “Enlightenment and The Circus – Available Now!” – Scotch Whisky News
Enlightenment – Available Now!
Inspired by the writers, philosophers and scientists of the Age of Enlightenment, this Limited Edition release is our way of highlighting the issues of a regulatory system that currently prevents Scotch producers from sharing information about the age of every component whisky used in their blends. And of course the whisky itself is something rather special. A summery blend of fruity, fragrant Highland Single Malt whiskies, it is bursting with aromas of fresh orchard fruit, flavours of vanilla, soft spice and an alluring apple peel waxiness on the finish. An uplifting whisky with which to ponder the world of Scotch not only as it is but also as it could be!
Whiskymaker John Glaser
Also available from today, The Circus is built around a core of old Blended Scotch and Blended Grain whisky parcels that were aged pre-blended in sherry butts for many years. The resulting whisky has a lithe frame and opulent mouthfeel brimming with dried fruit character, a luscious maltiness and nuances of almond and hazelnut. Like all the best circuses, this whisky is transient, ephemeral, in town for one night only. All the more reason to enjoy it while it’s here!
If you haven’t already done so, please take a look at our Scotch Whisky Transparency campaign, which sets out to change EU and UK regulations that currently prevent us from sharing information about the age of every component whisky used in our blends. If you agree with our proposal, please take a moment to sign our Statement of Beliefs. Every signature we receive in support helps us lobby the industry to change the regulations for the better.
