Orkney Single Malt Cask Strength Release No 5
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As a high-proof single malt Scotch whisky, this bottle does not mature further once packaged. It is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place. Once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years to preserve its complex aromatic profile.
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Rich blue cheeses, dark chocolate desserts, and smoked game meats such as venison or duck.
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Perched on the windswept Orkney Islands, Highland Park is steeped in Norse heritage, tracing its roots back to 1798 and the legendary smuggler Magnus Eunson, a descendant of Vikings. The distillery's unique character is shaped by the harsh island elements and the ancient, woodless peat of Hobbister Moor, which is packed with decomposing heather. This heather-rich peat imparts a distinctively sweet, floral, and aromatic smokiness rather than the medicinal brine of Islay. The Cask Strength Release No 5 showcases this raw power, matured primarily in sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks alongside a selection of refill casks. Bottled at its natural strength without chill-filtration, it delivers an intense, unadulterated expression of Orkney's wild terroir, balancing robust peat smoke with rich dried fruits, warm spices, and wild heather 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.