GOODBYE HEDONISM Farewell to the whisky that started it all

In 2000, at his kitchen table in West London, John Glaser started Compass Box. The first whisky he created was also the first ever Blended Grain Whisky released to the market. This established Compass Box as a brand that wasn’t afraid to do things differently.

He called this whisky Hedonism, inspired by pleasure and enjoying life to its fullest extent. It was a celebration of the ideal marriage between distilled spirit and high quality oak maturation. John felt that, at their best and aged in good quality American oak casks, grain whiskies were among the most delicious whiskies in the world.

The compellingly deep notes of vanilla and toffee, along with the wonderfully soft arrival have been Hedonism’s defining characteristics. The aromas hint of vanilla, caramel, a delicate fruitiness, accented by flashes of coconut in the finish. It’s a whisky that has appealed to both the ardent whisky enthusiast and newcomers alike.

Sadly, the old and rare stocks of grain whisky we use to make this delicious whisky  are becoming harder and harder to find. So, as of next year, Hedonism will become a Limited Annual Release.  For now, there are still some bottles of the Hedonism we know and love, available to shop now.

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