Orkney Single Malt 50YO Bottled 2020 43.8%
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As an ultra-aged single malt Scotch whisky, this spirit is fully matured at the time of bottling and will not evolve further in the bottle. It is ready to be enjoyed immediately and will preserve its extraordinary quality indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Artisanal dark chocolate, mature blue cheeses such as Stilton, or slow-roasted venison.
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Highland Park, established in 1798 by the legendary smuggler Magnus Eunson, is situated on the windswept Orkney Islands of Scotland. The distillery's unique character is deeply tied to its northern terroir, where the lack of trees results in a heather-rich peat that imparts a distinctively sweet, floral smoke to the malt. This exceptionally rare 50-year-old single malt, bottled in 2020 at 43.8% ABV, is a masterclass in patience and heritage. Originally distilled in 1964 from nine refill casks, the liquid was married in 2008 and finished in first-fill sherry-seasoned oak casks. It delivers an incredibly complex profile of dried fruits, warm spices, dark chocolate, and a delicate whisper of Orcadian peat smoke, representing the pinnacle of traditional Scottish distilling.
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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.