The Highland Park 12yo Orkneyinga Legacy is a special edition release from the renowned Highland Park Distillery, located on the Orkney Islands. This exceptional whisky pays tribute to the rich Viking heritage that shaped the region. Bottled in 2018 at a robust 46% ABV, this limited edition has been matured for 12 years in a combination of European and American sherry casks, enhancing its distinctive and complex flavors. With only 5000 bottles produced, this release is a treasured part of Highland Park's Orkney Legacy series. It is named in honor of The Orkneyinga Saga, an important medieval chronicle that narrates the Norse conquest of the Orkney Islands. The whisky offers a delightful sensory experience with notes of sweet floral honey, rich fruitcake, warm winter spices, orange zest, and aromatic smoky peat. Purchasing this special edition also supports the Ness of Brodgar Trust, which is engaged in a significant archaeological excavation in the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site. A portion of the proceeds is dedicated to the refurbishment of The Orkneyinga Saga Centre, helping to preserve Orkney's historic monuments.
This whisky has been matured for 12 years.
Only 5000 bottles were produced for this limited edition release.
This whisky was matured in a combination of European and American sherry casks.
The whisky is bottled at 46% ABV.
Overall: Highland Park 12yo Orkneyinga Legacy presents a well-balanced and complex profile. Its nose is rich with honey and fruit, complemented by warm spices and a hint of tobacco. The palate is silky and smoky with layered flavors of apricot, sherry, and nuts, though it lacks a bit of body. The finish is warm and medium-long, leaving a pleasant smoky and spicy aftertaste.
While the Highland Park 12yo Orkneyinga Legacy offers an impressive and balanced nose with delightful notes of honey, fruit, and spices, it falls slightly short on the palate due to its thin body. A few drops of water help round out its flavors, though it diminishes its volume. Nevertheless, this special edition whisky is a commendable tribute to Orkney's Viking heritage and supports a worthy cause, making it a valuable addition to any collection.
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