Compass Box Great King Street 'The Artist's Blend'

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Discerning Drinkers (1 rating)

alc./vol: 43%

Proof: 86°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: No age statement

Product of: Product of United Kingdom United Kingdom

Launched on 6th June 2011, the first in a series of blended whiskies from Compass Box. The folk at Compass Box tell us that Great King Street is blended using "a high proportion of malt whisky, truly excellent quality grain whiskies, and the careful use of new French oak aging for added complexity.

The name and label are inspired by Compass Box's registered Scotland office address, 24 Great King Street, Edinburgh.

In keeping with Glaser's maverick approach the Artist's Blend is also notable for being a blended Scotch available exclusively in a 50cl format. Bottled at a natural colour and without chill-filtering.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 09/09/2011

Appearance:

Clear, pale golden.

Aroma:

A nose of baked pear and apple pie with a crumbly topping dusted with delicate cinnamon spice.

Taste:

Buttery, fruity, surprisingly spicy, toasty oak palate with creamy vanilla and generous malty notes.

Aftertaste:

Medium length, spicy, toasted finish.

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Product Information

Barcode UPC: 5065000482848
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Synthetic driven cork
Product Reference Code: COM014

More about Compass Box Great King Street 'The Artist's Blend'

Produced by: Compass Box Whisky Company
UK distribution by: Marussia Beverages UK Ltd (Eaux de Vie)
UK consumer PR by: MPR Communications
UK trade PR by: MPR Communications
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