Founded in 2000, Compass Box is on a mission to make the world of Scotch whisky a more interesting place.
Different to a distiller, more than a blender, we are Scotch Whiskymakers.
Founded in 2000, Compass Box is on a mission to make the world of Scotch whisky a more interesting place. From our Blending Room in London, we continue to explore the limitless possibilities of flavour. Different to a distiller, more than a blender, we are Scotch Whiskymakers.
‘Whiskymaker’ is a word we invented – you won’t find it in any dictionary. To us, a Whiskymaker is someone who feels compelled to make things better – to ask questions, to challenge, to experiment. When it comes to whisky and the joy it brings, we keep our minds open to new possibilities. We are excited by new production processes, new combinations of flavours, new ways of sharing and enjoying great whisky. There is so much there to discover.
Compass Box was founded by John Glaser in 2000 with a mission to make the world of Scotch whisky a more interesting place. In May 2024, a new chapter began as John moved on to new adventures, passing the Whiskymaking baton to the talented James Saxon, who continues to push the boundaries of what is possible with Scotch to this day.
Compass Box has grown over the years and now has a dedicated Blending Room in Richmond, London. We have our own stocks of maturing whiskies in Scotland and a small team of hugely enthusiastic whisky-lovers. We believe Scotch whisky is one of the world’s great drinks. With more spectrum of flavour and style than any other spirit, it has incredible capacity to delight both newcomers and discerning devotees. Which is what we aim to do with every bottle we create.
Join us on this exciting journey of deliciousness, and let’s share and enjoy our discoveries together.