Description
The idea Compass Box had when creating The Peat Monster was to balance beautiful peaty, smoky aromas and flavours with those that are malty and fruity. The whiskies are from a mix of first fill and refill American oak casks which include Laphroaig, Caol Ila, Ardmore and Ledaig.
Tasting Notes
| Nose |
| C.B: As you might expect the aroma provides a spectrum of seaside and medicinal peatiness, along with smokiness all surrounding a core of fruity malt whisky character.
The WSD: Sweet tar shortcakes, smoked sausages with a touch of sea salt on the beach. The Laphroaig definitely comes through, like walking along the harbour on a windy day. Light floral notes lay underneath (V) |
| Taste |
| C.B: Full on the palate, rich and loaded with flavours; smokiness, peat, maltiness and hints of fruit and spice.
The WSD: Sweet peat like a bonfire in an orchard. Water brings spice to the party in your mouth and leaves you with a smoky, ashy finish.(V) |