Orkney Single Malt Refill Barrel 'Full Cask' No 204
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As a distilled single malt Scotch whisky, this spirit does not mature further in the bottle. It is bottled at its peak of maturation and is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release, remaining stable for decades if stored properly.
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Smoked salmon or gravlax, mature blue cheeses like Stilton, and high-quality dark chocolate.
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Highland Park, located in Kirkwall, Orkney, is one of the northernmost Scotch whisky distilleries in the world, steeped in Norse mythology and island folklore. Founded in 1798 by Magnus Eunson, a butcher and smuggler who descended from Viking settlers, the distillery relies on the unique terroir of the Orkney Islands. The fierce island winds prevent trees from growing, leaving the local Hobbister Moor peat rich in heather. When burned to dry the malted barley, this peat imparts a distinct, aromatic, sweet floral smokiness rather than the heavy, medicinal notes found in Islay whiskies. This specific single cask release, 'Full Cask' No 204, was aged in a refill barrel. Refill casks allow the distillery's characterful, honeyed, and gently smoky spirit to shine through without being overpowered by active oak wood, resulting in a beautifully balanced dram that showcases the raw, coastal, and heather-honey character of Orkney.
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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.