Highland Park Spirit Of Dragon Legend Island Single Malt [700ML]

Description

Looking for a single malt that bridges the gap between Highland elegance and Island intensity?

Highland Park Dragon Legend represents one of Scotland’s most distinctive distillery expressions, crafted on the remote Orkney Islands where Viking heritage meets centuries of whisky-making tradition. This non-age statement release showcases the distillery’s mastery of balancing aromatic peat smoke with luxurious sherry cask maturation. Unlike heavily peated Islay expressions such as Big Peat Islay Blended Malt, Dragon Legend offers a more refined smokiness that complements rather than dominates. For those exploring premium Highland alternatives, consider GlenDronach Ode to the Valley for sherry-forward complexity.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Distillery: Highland Park – established 1798 on Orkney Islands
• Region: Island – unique terroir combining Highland and coastal influences
• ABV: 40% – approachable strength highlighting fruit and smoke balance
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals ripe plums, orange zest, and smoked tea with honey undertones. Palate delivers caramel sweetness, orange marmalade, dried apricots, and gentle peat smoke. Long, warming finish with lingering sweet peat and complex oak spices
• Best Served: Neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has found this expression particularly food-friendly compared to more aggressive peated whiskies. The woodless Hobbister Moor peat creates an aromatic smokiness that enhances rather than overwhelms the palate.

Ideal for: Whisky enthusiasts exploring Island single malts, Viking mythology collectors, and those seeking approachable peat smoke. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang, char siu bao, and dark chocolate desserts. Recommended for: Collectors building premium Highland collections alongside expressions like The Dalmore 25 Years.