Orkney Single Malt Viking Scars 10YO
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As a distilled single malt Scotch whisky, this bottle is released fully matured and ready to enjoy immediately. Once opened, it is best consumed within 1 to 2 years to preserve its complex aromatic profile.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Smoked salmon, mature blue cheeses, and rich dark chocolate.
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Hailing from the wind-swept Orkney Islands at one of the northernmost distilleries in the world, Highland Park's 10 Year Old 'Viking Scars' is a tribute to the deep Norse heritage of its homeland. Founded in 1798 by Magnus Eunson—a direct descendant of Viking settlers and a legendary smuggler—Highland Park crafts this single malt using traditional methods, including hand-turned floor maltings. The defining character of this expression comes from the unique peat of Hobbister Moor, rich in heather, which imparts a gentle, aromatic floral smokiness rather than the heavy medicinal peat of the Islay region. Matured primarily in sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks, this golden spirit marries notes of citrus fruits, warm vanilla, and light heather honey with a delicate, lingering whisper of peat 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.