Compass Box 'This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky' Scotch Whisky 700mL

Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ Scotch Whisky

Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | 50.5% ABV | 101 Proof | 700mL | Scotland | 10 Years Old | First-Fill Bourbon Barrels | Natural Colour | Non-Chill Filtered

Process & Profile

Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ is a limited-edition blended malt Scotch that brings together Clynelish with peated and unpeated Ardnamurchan. Every component is exactly ten years old and matured in first-fill bourbon barrels, giving the release a clearly defined foundation while allowing each distillery’s character to contribute to the blend.

The recipe consists of 66.5% Clynelish, 20.2% peated Ardnamurchan, and 13.3% unpeated Ardnamurchan. Clynelish contributes waxy texture, citrus, and coastal character, while Ardnamurchan adds mineral smoke, cereal notes, and soft fruit. Together, they create a layered whisky with orchard fruit, creamy sweetness, and a glossy mouthfeel.

This release marks ten years of Compass Box’s campaign for greater transparency in Scotch whisky. Its name reflects the age of every whisky in the bottle, and the producer openly shares the component proportions and cask types. Bottled at 50.5% ABV without added colouring or chill filtration, the worldwide release comprises 3,610 individually numbered bottles.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh apple, tart rhubarb, vanilla custard, and pineapple cake.

• Palate: Waxy and creamy, with lemon biscuit, white chocolate, apricot, vanilla, and a touch of nutmeg.

• Finish: Buttery pastry sweetness with candied citrus and a gentle charred-oak note.

What Makes It Special

• Every component whisky is aged exactly ten years.

• Combines Clynelish with both peated and unpeated Ardnamurchan.

• Matured entirely in first-fill bourbon barrels.

• The full blend recipe and component proportions are disclosed by Compass Box.

• Bottled at 50.5% ABV, equivalent to 101 proof.

• Natural colour and non-chill filtered.

• Limited to 3,610 individually numbered bottles worldwide.

• Celebrates a decade of Compass Box’s advocacy for transparency in Scotch whisky.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ neat in a tulip-shaped whisky glass to explore its orchard fruit, creamy texture, and subtle smoky character. A few drops of water offer another way to experience the blend at its 50.5% bottling strength, while a large ice cube provides a cooler, more relaxed serve.

For a simple pairing, try shortbread, white chocolate, or an apple dessert alongside the whisky’s citrus, vanilla, and pastry notes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ Scotch Whisky?
   It is a limited-edition blended malt Scotch made from Clynelish and peated and unpeated Ardnamurchan single malt whiskies.

2. How old is Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ Scotch Whisky?
   Every component is exactly ten years old. All three components were matured in first-fill bourbon barrels.

3. What does Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ Scotch Whisky taste like?
   It combines apple, rhubarb, custard, lemon biscuit, white chocolate, and apricot with a waxy texture and a buttery, citrus-led finish.

4. What is the proof of Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ Scotch Whisky?
   It is bottled at 50.5% ABV, equivalent to 101 proof, with natural colour and without chill filtration.

5. Where can I buy Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ Scotch Whisky?
   You can purchase Compass Box ‘This is a 10-Year-Old Whisky’ Scotch Whisky 700mL directly from The Barrel Tap.