Compass Field ‘The Peat Monster’
Lastly, final however definitely not least, we have now ‘The Peat Monster’.
That is, not surprisingly, a peaty mix which was created by the famend John Glaser.
That includes a really enjoyable new label made by artist Mark Burckhardt that appears like one thing out of a Rick and Morty episode, this mix packs a bit extra of a punch, coming in at 46% ABV.
This non-chill filtered dram is a pale-yellow color and may be very a lot the Marmite of the whisky world, in that you simply’ll both love the daring coastal flavours, otherwise you gained’t be a fan.
On the nostril, you after all immediately get peak, accompanied by candied fruits, malted grains, and a contact of peppermint and sea salt.
On the palate, the unmistakable peaty oak smokiness immediately shines by means of, accompanied by smoky bacon, candy apples, mangoes and tropical fruits, and floral notes.
The end affords a lingering sweetness with a contact of woodsmoke, rose water, and yep, you guessed it, extra peat.