Orkney Single Malt Refill Hogshead 'Full Cask' No 1855
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As a distilled single malt whisky, this bottle does not age further once packaged and can be kept indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place. Once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years to appreciate its full aromatic complexity.
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Smoked salmon or artisanal gravlax, mature blue cheeses like Stilton, and rich dark chocolate.
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Highland Park, situated on the windswept Orkney Islands of Scotland, is steeped in Viking lore and rugged maritime history. Founded in 1798 by Magnus Eunson, a legendary smuggler and descendant of Norse settlers, the distillery is celebrated for its traditional floor maltings and the use of unique, heather-rich peat harvested from nearby Hobbister Moor. This specific single cask release, matured in a Refill Hogshead, highlights the distillery's distillate in its purest form. Unlike heavy first-fill sherry casks, the refill hogshead allows the delicate, honeyed, floral, and coastal characteristics of the Orkney spirit to take center stage, beautifully balanced by a gentle, aromatic peat smoke and a whisper of maritime salinity.
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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.