Whisky is often viewed in terms of purity and age - the single malts and the oldest whiskies get the most respect.

But blending whisky is an art in itself that can sometimes lead to even more complexity. We sat down with Compass Box Whisky Co's John Glaser to get his take on what makes blended whiskies so worthwhile. He shares his insights on the art of blending and how to choose a blend.

So don't assume your scotch needs to be single malt - watch the video above and start learning about blends!

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