Compass Box Myths & Legends II

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One of 3 whiskies released as part of the Compass Box Myths & Legends Series, released to debunk common "whisky myths". Myth one, "single malts aren't blended." Myth II, debunks the myth that regions where distilleries are located influence the style of whisky they produce. Our owner loves this one, he is fond of railing against the idea that Scotch regions have any influence on a whisky's style. This is a single malt composed of whiskies from different ages and cask types from the Glen Elgin Distillery.

Producer Tasting Note

"Expressive tropical fruitiness combines with notes of silky butterscotch and sweet spices.

Producer Description

"Scotch whisky has a rich array of stories, myths and legends. However, what start as myths can become received wisdom, influencing our understanding and restricting our enjoyment. We have deployed blending to challenge assumptions, biases and prejudices concerning Scotch in this limited edition series we call Myths & Legends. Myths & Legends II blends together malt whiskies of different ages from a single Speyside distillery. We wish to show how process matters more than provenance when it comes to the flavours of single malts. In addition to the aromas of tropical fruits and butterscotch you will also discover subtle savoury notes and spiciness."

"The distinctive profile has nothing to do with “Speyside”; process decisions made at the distillery, the effects of maturation, and our own choices regarding the balance of the final blend determine the whisky’s quality and character. Clues to a whisky’s flavour lie in the glass and not the distillery’s region."

700 ml