Orkney Single Malt Hogshead 'Full Cask' No 5
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As a distilled spirit bottled at optimum maturity, this single malt does not improve with bottle age but will remain in pristine condition indefinitely when stored upright away from direct sunlight.
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Smoked salmon, blue cheese, dark chocolate
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Hailing from the wind-swept Orkney Islands, Highland Park's single malt whiskies are deeply intertwined with Viking history and rugged island terroir. This 'Full Cask' No 5, matured in a traditional hogshead, showcases the distillery's legendary spirit in its most authentic form. Highland Park relies on hand-turned floor maltings and slow-burning peat cut from Hobbister Moor. Because Orkney is virtually treeless, this ancient peat is composed almost entirely of heather, imparting a uniquely sweet, floral, and aromatic smoke rather than the medicinal brine of Islay. Maturation in a hogshead cask coaxes out notes of wild heather honey, soft vanilla, and delicate coastal air, delivering a beautifully balanced, cask-strength expression of Orcadian craftsmanship.
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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.