Highland Park 18 Years Viking Pride Exclusive Travel Edition [700ML]

Description

What makes an 18-year-old single malt worthy of the Viking Pride name?

This exceptional Highland Park 18 Years Viking Pride represents the pinnacle of Orkney Island whisky craftsmanship, created from batches of just 120 specially selected casks. The Travel Edition showcases Highland Park’s mastery of balancing Orcadian peat smoke with rich sherry influences, delivering complexity that rivals premium aged Highland expressions and stands alongside other distinguished 18+ year single malts in our collection.

• Distillery: Highland Park – founded 1798, Scotland’s northernmost distillery
• Region: Orkney Islands – unique maritime climate and local peat influence
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced for complex flavor development
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: 18 years in specially selected European and American oak casks
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals honey, white grape, and gentle smoke with damp earth undertones. Palate delivers rich chocolate, brandied cherry, earthy peat, and thyme honey with sherried orange peels. Finish lingers with nuts, peat smoke, dark chocolate, and warming spices
• Best Served: Neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature, or with a splash of spring water

We’ve evaluated countless island whiskies, and this Viking Pride edition demonstrates exceptional balance between Highland Park’s signature smoke and luxurious sherry maturation. The full-bodied character showcases why this distillery remains legendary among single malt enthusiasts.

Ideal for: Whisky collectors, milestone celebrations, and corporate gifting. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang, dark chocolate desserts, or aged cheeses. Recommended for: Serious whisky enthusiasts who appreciate complex, sherried expressions with distinctive character.