Orkney Single Malt Refill Hogshead 'Full Cask' No 1018
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As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle and is ready to drink immediately upon release. It can be kept sealed indefinitely, though once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years to preserve its complex aromatic profile.
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Smoked Scottish salmon, mature blue cheeses such as Stilton, and rich dark chocolate desserts.
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Hailing from the windswept Orkney Islands, Highland Park is legendary for its deep historical roots, dating back to 1798 when Magnus Eunson, a smuggler and church officer, ran an illicit still on the site. The unique terroir of Orkney, characterized by fierce North Sea winds that prevent trees from growing, yields a heather-rich peat. When burned to dry the malt, this peat infuses the spirit with a distinctively sweet, floral, and gentle smokiness. This specific bottling, drawn from a refill hogshead (Cask No 1018), showcases the distillery's pure spirit character. The refill wood imparts subtle oak, vanilla, and spice notes without overpowering the elegant, honeyed distillate, allowing the maritime influence and delicate heather-smoke of Orkney to take center stage.
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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.