Orkney Saint Magnus 12YO
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As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle and is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release. Unopened bottles can be preserved indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place, while opened bottles are best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years to maintain their vibrant flavor profile.
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Smoked salmon or cured meats, mature blue cheeses like Stilton, and high-quality dark chocolate or artisanal gingerbread.
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Hailing from the wind-swept Orkney Islands of Scotland, Highland Park's Saint Magnus 12 Year Old is a legendary single malt Scotch whisky that pays homage to the island's rich Norse heritage and its patron saint, Magnus Erlendsson, the 12th-century Earl of Orkney. Highland Park, established in 1798, is one of the northernmost distilleries in the world. This expression captures the rugged, elemental terroir of Orkney, characterized by the distillery's use of aromatic peat cut from Hobbister Moor, which is rich in heather. This peat imparts a distinctively sweet, floral smokiness rather than the medicinal notes found in Islay malts. Matured for 12 years in seasoned oak casks, this expression delivers a harmonious balance of sweet heather honey, rich dried fruits, warm spices, and a gentle, lingering whisper of peat smoke.
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Established in 1798 by Magnus Eunson in Kirkwall on the Orkney Islands, Highland Park is one of the northernmost Scotch whisky distilleries in the world. Today owned by the Edrington Group, the distillery maintains an uncompromising commitment to heritage, utilizing traditional hand-turned floor maltings and aromatic, heather-rich peat sourced from nearby Hobbister Moor. Highland Park is globally renowned for aging its single malts in bespoke sherry-seasoned oak casks, yielding a signature flavor profile characterized by a harmonious balance of gentle peat smoke and rich, honeyed sweetness. This meticulous craftsmanship is showcased in highly acclaimed expressions ranging from their flagship 12 and 18-year-olds to rare, collectible releases aged up to 50 years.