Highland Park 18 yo (2001/2020), Single Cask Gorm den Gamle (#2586), 53.9%

Introduction

Highland Park 18 Year Old “Gorm den Gamle” is a distinguished single cask expression from Orkney’s renowned distillery, embodying the perfect marriage of Scottish whisky-making tradition with deep Nordic heritage.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Locally sourced barley, some of which is malted using Highland Park’s traditional floor malting process, and Orkney’s unique aromatic peat
• Distillation process: Double distillation in Highland Park’s traditional copper pot stills, maintaining their signature balanced character
• Maturation: 18 years in a carefully selected refill hogshead cask (#2586), allowing for complex flavor development while respecting the spirit’s character
• Special techniques: Hand-selected single cask bottling at natural cask strength (53.9%), non-chill filtered to preserve all original flavors and aromas

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich honey sweetness intertwined with aromatic heather, maritime notes, and gentle wisps of Orkney peat smoke, complemented by dried orange peel and warm spices
• Palate: Full-bodied with layers of honeyed malt, creamy vanilla, toasted oak, and crystallized ginger, balanced by dark chocolate, dried fruits, and a distinctive heathery smokiness
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering sweet smoke, aromatic spices, and subtle salt, leaving an elegant interplay of sweet and spicy notes that slowly fade

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn to concentrate the complex aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat, with a few drops of spring water to unlock additional layers of flavor if desired
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate with sea salt, smoked salmon, aged cheeses, or rich desserts with dried fruits

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 53.9% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Orkney Islands
• Certifications/Awards: Official Highland Park distillery bottling, part of their exclusive single cask series

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Highland Park “Gorm den Gamle” represents a rare opportunity to experience the distillery’s signature style in its purest form—a single cask selected for its exceptional quality and distinctive character.

With only a limited number of bottles drawn from cask #2586, this 18-year-old expression exemplifies true scarcity in the world of single malt whisky.

As an official distillery bottling, it carries the authority and guarantee of Highland Park’s 220+ years of whisky-making expertise and their position as the northernmost Scottish distillery.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Single cask Highland Park expressions are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide, celebrating the distillery’s ability to create whiskies of remarkable depth and complexity.

Discerning whisky aficionados who appreciate Highland Park consistently return to their limited releases, knowing they represent the pinnacle of Orkney whisky craftsmanship.

The “Gorm den Gamle” bottling continues this tradition of excellence, offering connoisseurs an authentic expression that showcases Highland Park’s distinctive heather honey sweetness and aromatic peat character.

From Orkney to You

Each bottle of “Gorm den Gamle” represents Highland Park’s gift of time and patience—18 years of careful maturation in Orkney’s unique climate, where the whisky develops its signature complexity.

The name honors the Danish Viking king Gorm the Old, celebrating the shared heritage and cultural bonds between Scotland’s Orkney Islands and Nordic traditions that Highland Park embraces.

By experiencing this exceptional single cask whisky, you join a community of Highland Park enthusiasts who appreciate the distillery’s unwavering commitment to traditional methods and Nordic heritage—secure your bottle of this limited release today.