Orkney Single Malt Hogshead 'Full Cask' No 13
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As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle and remains stable indefinitely when stored upright away from direct sunlight. It is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release and can be savored over many years once opened.
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Rich blue cheeses such as Stilton, high-quality dark chocolate, and traditional smoked salmon.
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Highland Park, nestled in the windswept Orkney Islands of Scotland, is one of the northernmost distilleries in the world, founded in 1798 by the legendary smuggler and vestryman Magnus Eunson. This 'Full Cask' Hogshead No 13 represents a single cask expression of Orkney single malt, showcasing the distillery's traditional methods. The signature character of Highland Park comes from the ancient Hobbister Moor peat, which is rich in heather and devoid of wood, imparting a gentle, sweet, floral smoke rather than the heavy, medicinal peat found in Islay whiskies. Aged in a traditional oak hogshead cask, this spirit benefits from the cool, maritime climate of Orkney, allowing for a slow, even maturation that harmonizes the vibrant malt, honeyed sweetness, and delicate coastal brine.
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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.