Single Malt 40th Anniversary Special Sherry Oak 40YO
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As a mature single malt Scotch whisky, this bottle is fully developed upon release and does not mature further in glass. It can be preserved indefinitely in a cool, dark place, and is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years after opening to preserve its delicate, complex aromas.
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Rich dark chocolate desserts, mature blue cheeses such as Stilton, or roasted venison and game dishes.
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Hailing from the wind-swept Orkney Islands, Highland Park is one of Scotland's most remote and historic distilleries, founded in 1798 by the legendary smuggler Magnus Eunson. This extraordinary 40-year-old single malt represents the pinnacle of Orcadian craftsmanship. The distillery's signature character is defined by its use of hand-cut peat from Hobbister Moor, rich in heather, which imparts a gentle, aromatic floral smoke. Matured for four decades in exquisite sherry-seasoned oak casks, this expression develops a deep, mahogany hue and an incredibly complex profile of dark chocolate, dried figs, warm spices, and a whisper of salty sea air, reflecting its maritime maturation.
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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.