Orkney Single Malt Bourbon Barrel 'Full Cask' No 66
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As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle and is ready to enjoy immediately. Once opened, it is best consumed within 1 to 3 years to maintain its vibrant aromatic complexity.
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Smoked Scottish salmon, mature artisanal Cheddar cheese, and rich sticky toffee pudding.
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Hailing from the wind-swept Orkney Islands, Highland Park is steeped in Viking lore and distilling history dating back to 1798, when the legendary smuggler Magnus Eunson operated an illicit still on the site. The 'Full Cask' No 66 represents a rare departure from the distillery's signature sherry-cask style, having been matured exclusively in a single ex-bourbon barrel. Orkney's unique terroir shines through its treeless, heather-dense peat, which is hand-cut from the Hobbister Moor and used to kiln the barley. This imparts a delicate, aromatic peat smoke that beautifully intertwines with the bourbon cask's influence of creamy vanilla, bright citrus, toasted coconut, and wild honey.
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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.