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Rank: 69.8 pctl
Value: $7.73 / pctl
Islay • $539.49 • 50.7% ABV
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Rank: 84.5 pctl
Value: $2.19 / pctl
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Compass Box No Name
[NOH-naym]
Compass Box No Name is a highly acclaimed, limited-edition blended malt Scotch whisky known for being one of the peatiest whiskies ever released by the London-based blending house Compass Box. Released in three iterations (2017, 2019, and 2021), the series was named "No Name" to let the intense, complex, and smoky liquid speak for itself rather than relying on a traditional title.
100% Malted Barley
Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 92.00 pts
Whiskybase: 88.25 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 90.00 pts
Flaviar: 94.00 pts
The Whiskey Jug: 89.00 pts
Drink Hacker: 87.00 pts
Independently Owned
Note: This whisky is part of an ongoing series, with variability between each release due to differences in mash bill, barrels used, age profile, and others. If the specific version is not listed, ask your server or a store employee for more info.
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Nose: A powerful, briny, and medicinal blast of Ardbeg-driven tarry peat smoke, balanced by undertones of lemon zest, vanilla icing, and savory smoked meat
Palate: An oily and intense arrival of heavy bonfire ash and charcoal, which slowly reveals complex layers of caramel sweetness, dried red fruits, waxy citrus, and medicinal phenolic smoke
Finish: Exceptionally long and drying, leaving a parting memory of lingering peat smoke, black pepper spice, salted caramel, and a delicate fruity sweetness.
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Rank: 69.8 pctl
Value: $7.73 / pctl
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Ardbeg Blaaack
Ardbeg Blaaack is the feisty Limited Edition bottled in celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee, founded in the year 2000. This special whisky celebrates their dyed-in-the-wool Ardbeggian flock, those souls dedicated to preserving inimitable taste of Ardbeg. By hook or by crook.
100% Malted Barley
Pro Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 92.00 pts
Whiskybase: 87.80 pts
Flaviar: 86.20 pts
Bourbon Culture: 80.00 pts
Drink Hacker: 80.00 pts
Part of the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy family of brands.
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Nose: Peat reek with a slight hint of leather reminds me of slow smoked meat on a Traeger or marinated jerky. It's rich with an organic earthiness similar to a tree log overcome with fungi and moss. A touch of navel orange pops through the umami, but there isn't a true sweet note. The malted barley really comes through the entire dram.
Palate: The leather and meaty notes from the nose are present, however, these notes do not overtake the whisky. On the other hand, I can only describe it as the taste of the scent of an old baseball glove. The mouthfeel is unique; it is really clean and light with a smooth feeling, yet it is not oily. Faint orange segment mixes with fruit tartlets. The cereal grain from the nose presents on the tongue as pie dough. I suppose the “soot” note Ardbeg gives is fairly accurate; to me it comes off like charcoal, but more so cigar ash.
Finish: The finish lingers for hours. It just sits at the top of the belly warming you to an excessive temperature. Adding water doesn't get rid of the warming sensation you'll feel, but it will open the whisky and give it a velvety soft mouthfeel. Finally, I recommend cleansing your palate with food since the whisky leaves the taste of having smoked a cigarette for quite a long time after finishing a sip.
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