Orkney Single Malt Thor 16YO
⏳ wine.drinking_window
As a premium aged single malt Scotch whisky, this bottle is fully matured and ready to be enjoyed immediately. Unlike wine, spirits do not develop further in the bottle. Kept sealed and upright in a cool, dark place, it will remain pristine indefinitely; once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years to experience its full aromatic complexity.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Rich artisanal blue cheeses, high-quality dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), and slow-roasted or smoked game meats such as venison.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Highland Park's 'Thor' 16 Year Old is the legendary first release in the distillery's acclaimed Valhalla Collection, celebrating the deep Norse heritage of the Orkney Islands. Established in 1798 by Magnus Eunson, a butcher by day and smuggler by night, Highland Park is one of the northernmost distilleries in the world. This expression, bottled at a robust cask strength of 52.1% ABV, reflects the thunderous character of the Norse god of war. It is crafted using Orkney's unique heather-rich peat, which burns cooler than Islay peat, imparting a distinctively sweet, floral smokiness. Aged for 16 years in a combination of sherry-seasoned oak casks and refill casks, this single malt delivers a dramatic profile of dried stone fruits, warm ginger, toasted oak, and lingering aromatic smoke, presented in a wooden frame inspired by the prow of a Viking longship.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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.