Orkney Single Malt Valkyrie
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As a distilled single malt Scotch whisky, it does not mature further in the bottle. It is ready to enjoy immediately upon release and will remain stable indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place. Once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years to experience its full aromatic complexity.
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Rich blue cheeses like Stilton, slow-smoked beef brisket or wild venison, and high-quality dark chocolate with a touch of sea salt.
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Highland Park's Valkyrie is a celebratory nod to the distillery's deep-rooted Norse heritage on the windswept Orkney Islands. Once a Viking kingdom, Orkney's history is woven into every drop of this single malt. Valkyrie, the first release in the Viking Legend series, features packaging designed by Danish designer Jim Lyngvild, reflecting ancient Norse stone carvings. Unlike Highland Park's classic core range, Valkyrie dials up the peat influence by incorporating a higher percentage of the distillery's signature local peat from Hobbister Moor, which is rich in heather and imparts a sweet, aromatic smoke. This peated spirit is matured in a combination of sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks alongside ex-bourbon casks, resulting in a complex tapestry of warm vanilla, sweet spices like nutmeg and ginger, dried apricots, and a lingering, fragrant heathery campfire smoke.
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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.