Compass Box Peat MonsterBlended Malt Scotch Whisky Bottled By: Compass Box 70cl 46% One of the all time classics of Compass Box's range, Peat Monster has been a knockout dram ever since it first appeared back in 2003. Now sporting an extravagant label based on a design created in 2013 for the blend's 10th anniversary, Peat Monster blended malt whisky today remains true to the original innovative spirit of its creation, although the recipe has evolved over time and is now

rhubarb and custard

and as this is a Fine Champagne cognac the proportion of Grande Champagne must be 50% or higher

and in 2014 sherry casks were added to the selection - a very welcome development

Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky Bottled by: Hannah Whisky Merchants 70cl / 57

owners of Laithwaite's and the Sunday Times Wine Club

There were many great bottlings in this often unsung series of single casks

Appearance: Yellow gold with heavy oils

this is a sublime example of classic

This bottle is from Batch 88

Laphroaig will forever be a rite of passage for new whisky fans and a reassuringly uncompromising staple for experienced drammers

Laphroaig 40-year-old remains the oldest ever official bottling from the distillery and is a rare and essential bottle for Laphroaig fans

Country Scotland Region Islay Distilled Year 1978 Bottling Year 2008 Age 29 Limited Edition Yes Bottles Produced 6