What's in a name? Compass Box The Peat Monster whisky is called whisky because it's produced in Scotland. Were it from America it would be spelled Compass Box The Peat Monster whiskey, rather than whisky.
Nose: Peat, marked salinity, leans to Caol Ila in style, something medicinal. Sweet and fruity, grainy.Palate: Peat, oak. Botanicals, floral, coppery, sweet, smoky bacon, hint of papaya.Finish: A lingering sweetness, more peat, floral: roses and violets, sweet spice, oak.
The Master of Malt
not so monstrous
Tried a bottle of this at my local - theyve got quite a collection of Scotch malts. A bit disappointing that it really isn't that peaty, but nonetheless a good dram, maybe an introduction into peat? Good value though.
d&j hitchen@btinternet.com
Originally bought at waitrose stores. NOW never to be seen. I ASK WHY?absolutely SUPPERB