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Ridiculously Rare Alcoholic Beverages

The General by Compass Box Whiskey Has an Antique Character

— March 1, 2014 — Lifestyle
A bottle of The General is ridiculously rare for at least two reasons. The first involves the fact that only 1,698 bottles have been produced for an extremely limited run. The second has to do with the age of the scotch whisky. The General is a blend of a 33 year old batch with that of a batch with an unknown age statement. As is written on its webpage, "The provenance of these two parcels, blended together at a young age and then put back into cask for many years, was not important. They had matured into something extraordinary in flavour and were beautifully complementary. "

Created by Compass Box Whisky Co., The General is surprising priced at a relatively affordable 200 pounds (approximately $340 USD). The General is described as "a classic late-night-and-into-the-early morning whisky."
Trend Themes
1. Limited Edition Alcoholic Beverages - Creating limited edition alcoholic beverages with extremely low production runs presents an opportunity for niche luxury markets.
2. Aging Blended Whiskies - Exploring the aging process of blended whiskies by combining batches of different ages creates unique flavor profiles and appeals to discerning whiskey connoisseurs.
3. Affordable Luxury Alcoholic Beverages - Offering high-quality, rare alcoholic beverages at a relatively affordable price point opens up the market to a wider range of consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Distilleries - Craft distilleries can capitalize on the trend of producing limited edition alcoholic beverages to cater to a niche market of luxury spirit enthusiasts.
2. Whiskey Aging and Blending - The whiskey aging and blending industry can innovate by experimenting with different batch combinations to create unique and sought-after flavor profiles.
3. Premium Liquor Retail - Retailers specializing in premium liquors can tap into the demand for affordable luxury alcoholic beverages, attracting a wider range of consumers who seek unique and high-quality spirits.
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