Sherry Cask Wins Gold!

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a gold medal in the highly respected World Whiskies Awards for our Sherry Cask single malt whisky. Winning gold in the Rest of the World category for whiskies Aged 12 Years and Under is a true accolade for our team.

The World Whiskies Awards are part of the World Drinks Awards which celebrate the world’s best drinks and are considered one of the most influential award bodies in the industry. The whiskies are judged by whisky experts from around the world.

“We are delighted to receive this prestigious taste award for our Sherry Cask expression, which has been sherry-aged throughout its full maturation and of which we are truly proud.”

— Dan Szor, Founder

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Each yearly batch of our Sherry Cask whisky is unique, drawn from the finest American and Spanish oak hogsheads and butts, some of which have been seasoned with dry Oloroso sherry and others with sweet Pedro Ximénez.

All have been sherry-aged for a deeper and more flavourful whisky. Full of dried fruits, chocolate and a touch of spice. The whisky is non-chill filtered with natural colouring and is 57.4% ABV.

To us, Hedonism is more than a whisky.

It’s an idea that transcends time and tradition. It’s an invitation to share in the pleasures of whisky and creativity. It’s the embodiment of the Compass Box ethos.

As of February 2024, Hedonism has become a limited annual release. Hedonism was the first whisky to be adorned with a female face, and so, each year we ask a different female artist to bring to life the grace and strength that our original label illustration represented.

This year’s release features a work by Sofia Bonati, an Argentinian-born artist known for her captivating portraits of women. With her signature blend of surrealism and bold geometric patterns, Sofia captures the elegance and individuality that define Hedonism.

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UNMISTAKABLY HEDONISM

Hedonism pushes the conversation around the deliciousness of grain whisky forwards.

This year, classic butterscotch flavours are complemented by notes of rich, dark cocoa powder from a small parcel of grain whisky finished in wine casks.

We started with a base layer of a previous vatting of Hedonism, adding single grain from The Cameronbridge Distillery, further matured for 2 years in a first-fill ex-Marsala barrique.

Initial waves of sticky caramel, leading into a heart of pure peach purée, cocoa and pear. Chocolate mousse arrives on the palate, joined by nutmeg-inflected custard. The finish freshens to white grape, Fuji apple and vanilla.

INTRODUCING SOFIA BONATI

Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina into a family of artists, Sofia Bonati has shown her work all over the world. She is currently based in Oxfordshire, along the Thames from our Blending Room in Richmond, London.

As with whiskymaking, Sofia’s process balances intention and inspiration. Her work asks us to pause, to wonder, and to reflect on the interplay between strength and elegance. With steady confidence, the eyes of Sofia’s Hedonism woman meet ours, inviting us to consider the stories she holds.

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HOME COLLECTION, RIVER SPEY WITH ART PRINTS

We are pleased to share that this release is now available to purchase from our Online Boutique, with limited availability. Home Collection, River Spey is sold with three limited edition giclée art prints by Michelle Lucking. These unique prints are exclusively available with purchases of Home Collection, River Spey from The Macallan Estate and our Online Boutique.

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Decadent Drams Teaninich 13 years old

A 2011, 13 year old Teaninich. Matured in a 1^st fill hoghsead and bottled at natural cask strength.

This is simultaneously both a modern and an old school whisky. It is delicious but discombobulating. You will probably find yourself, much like our label cover star, Ozark the Drambot, confounded and existentially torn between the incompatible dualities of his existence. However, we would appreciate it if you didn’t focus too much on that outcome and still purchased bottles like a dutiful consumer.

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Uncle Nearest 84 Proof, 42%

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Uncle Nearest has become such a fantastic modern brand with so much history to dive into. It was founded by Victoria Eady-Butler, a descendant of Nathan Green, the man who taught a young Jack Daniel’s how to distil.

This newer release has been bottled at a lower strength to welcome people into the fold of American whiskey. It is a gentle, sweet, lime driven style of Tennessee whiskey, which is a flavour profile that I’ve never really experienced within American spirits before. As it’s a lower proof, this is an incredible pour and play style of whisky that doesn’t offer a complex flavour but does offer a sweet, easy drinking,
different style of American whiskey to what big brands tend to offer.

If this was available in the UK, I honestly believe that it would fly off the shelves for all of the right reasons. Whether you’re drinking this neat, mixing, or cocktails, it just works.

Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Awarded Best of Business at World Beverage Innovation Awards

Reimagined Bourbon Trail™ Celebrates Bourbon Craftsmanship With Modern Twist

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) is proud to announce that the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Bourbon tourism program has been awarded the Best of Business: Marketing Campaign at the 2024 World Beverage Innovation Awards for its modern brand refresh launched last year to celebrate the Kentucky Bourbon Trail’s 25th anniversary.

The Kentucky Bourbon Trail® has become a bucket list experience that is sought after around the world. In 2024, the KDA unveiled a new look that celebrates a modern take on the brand while honoring the craftsmanship and rich history that makes Kentucky Bourbon so unique. The modern spin totes a sense of familiarity for longtime guests while also incorporating a contemporary feel with a touch of attainable luxury for the evolving audience.

The reimagined Kentucky Bourbon Trail® continues to reflect the diversity of experiences across its 60 destinations while resonating with the next generation of visitors.

Colleen Thomas, KDA Vice President of Operations shared, “We are honored to be nationally recognized for the new vision that has been created for the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®. By creating a modern and approachable brand experience, we are making it even easier for the world to experience Kentucky Bourbon.”

Thomas added that the newly launched digital experience allows users to build the Bourbon Trail™ adventure of their dreams. “By developing a customizable, user-focused experience, we have proudly welcomed eager visitors to truly experience a taste of America’s spirit from the moment they see our brand.”

The updated wordmark and color palette pay homage to the craftsmanship of Bourbon production through a Copper hue with a nod to the Commonwealth’s natural beauty through Kentucky Bluegrass accents. Visitors can “Build Your Own Bourbon Trail®” with digital planning tools at kybourbontrail.com, allowing guests to curate their unique Bourbon journey based on their individual preferences and interests.

In partnership with Nashville-based agency Lewis, the KDA successfully modernized the brand to appeal to the next generation of visitors, marking the beginning of the next era for the iconic Bourbon Trail™.

“It was a privilege to collaborate so closely with the KDA to refresh a brand that honors the legacy of Kentucky Bourbon, which will be celebrated for generations to come. We’re thrilled to see the campaign recognized on a global stage during a time when the world has its eyes set on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®,” said Katie Peninger, VP Account Service at Lewis.

 Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) is the worldwide voice of Bourbon

About the Kentucky Distillers’ Association:

Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association is the Worldwide Voice of Bourbon™. Its diverse and growing membership produces the overwhelming majority of the world’s Bourbon, from historic, global brands to emerging micro distilleries that are fostering the next generation of the Commonwealth’s timeless craft. Kentucky Bourbon is a $9 billion economic engine generating more than 23,500 jobs and attracting over 2 million visits annually through the KDA’s Kentucky Bourbon Trail® experience. A 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, the KDA maintains an open membership policy, champions a strong commitment to the responsible and moderate consumption of spirits, and fights to curb underage drinking and drunk driving. Learn more at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.

KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL®, KENTUCKY BOURBON TRAIL CRAFT TOUR®, KENTUCKY BOURBON AFFAIR™, KBT®, BOURBON TRAIL™ and KENTUCKY BOURBON HALL OF FAME® are trademarks/service marks of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association. Enjoy Bourbon like a true Kentuckian – Responsibly.

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DECADENT DRAMS SMÖGEN – 8 YEAR OLD

The sibling bottling to our 10 year old 2014 Smögen, this is a 2016 that matured initially in two 1st fill oloroso sherry quarter casks, before being combined and re-racked into a 2nd fill sherry hogshead.

The resulting 8 year old has been bottled with a few degrees reduction to 57.1%. The result is a very sherried example of Smögen, where full sherry maturation has allowed maximum integration with the underlying heavy peat to make an amazingly intense, rich, umami and salty example with some really stunning sherry influence and power.

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One of the early signs that we’re seeing the last of winter is the sort of stunning sunrises we seem to get at this special time of year. According to the weather boffins at the BBC there’s apparently some science behind it too.

The sun is lower in the sky for much longer than in the summer months, so the colours have much more time to build. The cold skies often less humid too and the clearer air makes the hues appear more vivid.

Whatever the rational reason, it makes the early morning shifts for the distilling team even more of a pleasure as the windows of their Spirit Hall look out to the east.

As the day dawned today Rebecca Passmore captured this pic, with a slow glow of oranges, pinks and purples reflecting off the waters of East Loch Tarbert and the rainwater gathered on our whisky barrel tops.

Wishing you all a great week ahead and for more photos and tales from Tarbert, read on…

Le gach deagh dhùrachd,

Mike Donald, Chief Storyteller

With winter still at our door there are few things more appealing than the prospect of a fireside dram, particularly if you’ve just escaped inclement island weather. The Hearach single malt was made for drinking, and the elegant, complex flavours captured in every glass promise a perfect pour at this time of year.

Gentle aromas of peat smoke give way to notes of toasted malt in your glass as flavours of apple, wildflowers, spice, clotted cream and candied sweets unwind. It’s a true Outer Hebridean whisky and full of local character. Simply order your bottle online or from your nearest stockist, and open to discover more…

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We are delighted to announce our partnership with award-winning luxury travel experience providers, Pelorus.  Together we have created an extraordinary experience at our private 300-acre Estate which includes the opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind whisky masterpiece with our Master Whisky Maker, Laura Rampling.

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For all questions regarding the partnership, please contact The Glenrothes at concierge@theglenrothes.com or enquire directly to the Pelorus team via their website.