Orkney Single Malt 2nd Fill Red Wine Barrique 'Full Cask' No 134
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As a high-proof single malt Scotch whisky, this bottle is stable and does not mature further in glass; it can be enjoyed immediately upon release or cellared indefinitely. Once opened, it is best consumed within 1 to 2 years to preserve its vibrant red wine cask influence and delicate peat smoke.
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Slow-roasted venison with a berry reduction, mature blue cheeses such as Stilton, and rich dark chocolate tarts.
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Highland Park, situated on the windswept Orkney Islands, is one of Scotland's northernmost distilleries, deeply steeped in Viking heritage and lore. Founded in 1798 by the legendary smuggler and preacher Magnus Eunson, the distillery is famous for its traditional hand-turned floor maltings and the use of aromatic, heather-rich peat cut from nearby Hobbister Moor. This specific 'Full Cask' No. 134 release showcases a unique maturation journey, utilizing a second-fill red wine barrique. The interaction between Highland Park's signature sweet, floral peat smoke and the residual red fruit and tannin characteristics of the wine-seasoned oak cask creates an extraordinary tapestry of dried red berries, dark chocolate, and warm baking spices, all overlaid with a gentle maritime salinity.
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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.