Orkney Single Malt Hogshead 'Full Cask' No 16
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As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not age further in the bottle. It is ready to be enjoyed upon release and, if kept sealed in a cool, dark place, will maintain its exceptional quality indefinitely.
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Rich blue cheeses such as Stilton, high-quality dark chocolate with sea salt, and smoked game meats like venison.
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Hailing from the wind-swept Orkney Islands of Scotland, Highland Park is steeped in Viking history and legendary distilling heritage dating back to 1798. This 'Full Cask' No 16 expression represents a single hogshead selection, showcasing the distillery's hallmark style. Orkney's unique peat, sourced from Hobbister Moor, is rich in heather and devoid of wood, giving the spirit a distinctively sweet, floral, and gentle smoky character rather than the medicinal peat of the Islay malts. Maturation in a single hogshead cask allows the spirit to slowly interact with the oak, developing deep layers of honeyed malt, warm spices, dried fruits, and a coastal salinity born from the damp, maritime climate of the northern islands.
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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.