Discover Compass Box Limited Edition Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, a masterfully crafted release limited to just 9,792 bottles worldwide. Bottled at a robust 52% ABV and presented in its natural color with light filtration, this exclusive whisky reveals the hidden sweetness beneath the famed peat smoke of Islay. Uniting whisky from acclaimed distilleries like Ardmore, Caol Ila, Laphroaig, and Bowmore—each matured in a dazzling array of American oak, sherry, and wine casks—Secrets of Smoke entices with complex aromas of smoked lemon rind, chocolate ganache, and honey, complemented by notes of cherry, blueberry flapjack, and dried vine fruits. The layered palate evolves from orchard fruits and tart spices to dark chocolate and classic peat, finishing with lingering sweet and smoky surprises. Elevate your collection with this sophisticated, curiously sweet peated malt that exemplifies Compass Box’s innovative blending artistry.
Secrets Of Smoke is a limited edition blended malt that focuses on revealing the inherent sweetness found within peated Scotch whiskies, rather than just smoke. Through the use of wine casks—including refill red wine and Marsala barriques—this blend introduces layers of fruitiness, honey, and toffee apple notes alongside the characteristic smoky profile.
This is a one-time release, limited to 9,792 bottles worldwide, making it a collectible item for whisky enthusiasts and Compass Box fans alike.
Secrets Of Smoke is bottled at a robust 52% ABV, presented at natural colour, and is not chill-filtered. Only a light 5-micron filter is used to preserve mouthfeel and flavour complexity.
Expect a balanced interplay between peaty smoke and surprising sweetness. On the nose, you may find roasted peanut and seaweed notes, while the palate offers darker, richer flavours—think dark plum, nutty chocolate, and a subtle syrupy fruitiness. Hints of cherry and blueberry flapjack also come through, especially with a splash of soda water.
The blend features malt whisky from renowned Islay distilleries, including Caol Ila and Laphroaig. These malts are matured in special casks—such as first-fill Sherry and Marsala barrels—to accentuate both smoke and sweetness.
It is a blended malt Scotch whisky, which means it contains only single malt whiskies from different distilleries and no grain whisky, offering a more robust malt character than standard blended Scotch whiskies.
Secrets Of Smoke can be enjoyed both neat and with a splash of water or soda. Adding a little water or using a soda spritz can further unlock sweet and fruity flavours hidden beneath the smoke.
Yes, Compass Box remains committed to authenticity: this whisky is bottled at its natural colour and is only lightly filtered, not chill-filtered.
Secrets Of Smoke was crafted by James Saxon, part of the new generation of whisky makers at Compass Box, following the style and innovation Compass Box is known for.
The whisky was bottled and released in September 2024.
Currently, this is a standalone limited edition. Once sold out, it is unlikely to return in the same form, so collectors and fans are encouraged to secure a bottle while available.
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