Orkney Single Malt Bottled 1993
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As a bottled single malt Scotch whisky, it does not mature further in the glass and is ready to enjoy immediately. It will remain in peak condition indefinitely if kept sealed and stored upright out of direct sunlight, and is best consumed within 1 to 2 years after opening.
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Smoked salmon or cured meats, mature blue cheeses such as Stilton, and high-quality dark chocolate with sea salt.
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Highland Park, established in 1798 on the windswept Orkney Islands, is steeped in Viking heritage and smuggling lore. Founded by Magnus Eunson, a direct descendant of Viking settlers who famously hid his illicit spirit under the church pulpit, Highland Park remains one of the world's northernmost distilleries. The Orkney Single Malt distilled in 1993 represents a classic expression of this legendary distillery's artisanal methods. It is crafted using local Orcadian peat from the Hobbister Moor, which is packed with decomposed heather rather than wood, imparting a uniquely sweet, floral, and aromatic smoke. Combined with traditional floor maltings and long maturation in hand-selected Oloroso sherry seasoned oak casks, this expression delivers a complex profile of heather honey, rich dried fruits, warm winter spices, and a subtle maritime salinity carried on the wild North Sea winds.
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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.