Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 750ml

Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard is a blended malt Scotch whisky made by whiskymaker John Glaser around malts matured in Spanish sherry and red wine casks. Bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) with no added coloring and no chill-filtration, this 750ml release is rich, fruity and softly spiced. The Story of the Spaniard: A Sherry-Cask Blended Malt Scotch Compass Box first released The Story of the Spaniard in 2018 as a permanent addition to its core range. It grew out of a bespoke blend the company made for a New York City bar called The Spaniard, and the name traces back to John Glaser's early trips through southern Spain, where he learned about Sherry. The whisky is released in batches, and the batch number is printed on the back label. Casks and Blending As a blended malt, The Story of the Spaniard is made only from malt whiskies sourced from several distilleries, with no grain whisky in the mix. In the first batch, 48% of the whisky was aged in ex-sherry casks and 25% in ex-Spanish red wine casks, with new French oak adding extra depth. Cask types and proportions shift from batch to batch based on availability, but Spanish sherry or wine casks always play the central role. Compass Box publishes the recipe for each batch on its website. Tasting Notes Nose: Sherried fruit, orange peel and blossom, with marzipan and apricot. Palate: Full and soft, with citrus peel, red-wine-poached pear and warm spice, and a dry edge of espresso and leather. Finish: Long, with vanilla custard, red berries and cherries. Tasting notes reflect published descriptions of the style; flavors can differ slightly between batches. How to Serve The Story of the Spaniard Compass Box suggests sipping The Story of the Spaniard in the evening, neat, over one large ice cube or with a splash of water. Serving it in a wine glass is a nod to its Spanish wine cask maturation. It can also be stirred into a spirit-forward cocktail. Specifications Brand Compass Box Type Blended Malt Scotch Whisky Whiskymaker John Glaser Casks Spanish ex-sherry and ex-red wine casks, plus French oak (varies by batch) Coloring Natural color, no added coloring Filtration Not chill-filtered Proof / ABV 86 proof / 43% ABV Critic Score 93 points, Wine Enthusiast (December 2019) Bottle Size 750ml Country Scotland, United Kingdom Ordering, Shipping & Authenticity Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard is sourced through licensed channels, inspected before it ships and packed in protective packaging. Adult signature is required at delivery, and orders ship to eligible U.S. addresses. Explore More The Macallan Litha Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky 750ml Shop all Scotch Whiskey Frequently Asked Questions What proof is Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard? The Story of the Spaniard is bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV). It is not chill-filtered and has no added coloring. What is a blended malt Scotch whisky? A blended malt is a blend of single malt whiskies from more than one distillery, with no grain whisky. The Story of the Spaniard is a blended malt. What casks is The Story of the Spaniard aged in? The Story of the Spaniard is built around malts aged in Spanish sherry casks and Spanish red wine casks, with new French oak adding depth. The mix varies by batch. What does The Story of the Spaniard taste like? The Story of the Spaniard tastes of citrus peel, red-wine-poached pear, warm spice and vanilla. Reviewers also note orange blossom, marzipan and a dry edge of espresso and leather. Does The Story of the Spaniard come in batches? Yes, Compass Box releases The Story of the Spaniard in batches, with the batch number on the back label. Each batch has its own published recipe. How should I drink The Story of the Spaniard? Serve The Story of the Spaniard neat, over a large ice cube or with a splash of water. A wine glass suits its sherry and wine cask character. Can I buy Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard online and ship it to my state? You can order it online and have it shipped to eligible U.S. addresses. An adult 21 or older must sign at delivery. Must be 21 or over to purchase. Adult signature required at delivery. Please enjoy responsibly.