Orkney Single Malt Cask Strength Release No 1
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As a high-proof distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle and is ready to enjoy immediately upon release. It will remain at peak quality indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Rich blue cheeses like Stilton, dark chocolate desserts, and smoked meats such as venison or duck breast.
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Hailing from the wind-swept Orkney Islands of Scotland, Highland Park is one of the world's northernmost distilleries, steeped in Viking heritage and legendary lore. Founded in 1798 by Magnus Eunson—a smuggler who famously hid his illicit spirits beneath his church pulpit—Highland Park is renowned for its traditional methods, including hand-turned floor maltings. The Orkney terroir is defined by fierce maritime winds that prevent trees from growing, leaving the local Hobbister Moor peat rich in heather. When burned to dry the barley, this unique peat infuses the malt with a signature sweet, floral smokiness. The Cask Strength Release No 1 showcases this spirit in its purest form: straight from the cask, non-chill filtered, and with no added color. Matured predominantly in sherry-seasoned American oak casks, it delivers a robust harmony of sweet heather honey, warm peat smoke, and rich baking spices.
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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.