Highland Park 10 Viking Scars, Viking character from the Orkney Islands
Highland Park 10 Viking Scars is a young, straightforward expression with plenty of character within the style of this historic Scottish distillery. A whisky that pays tribute to the Viking roots of the Orkney Islands, combining tradition, balance and a profile clearly shaped by gentle smoke and oak influence.
At Licorea, we see it as a very clear gateway into the Highland Park universe. It retains the house DNA, but with a more accessible and dynamic approach, ideal for those looking to discover the Orkney style without sacrificing character.
The Viking spirit of Orkney
Highland Park is produced in Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands, one of the northernmost distilleries in Scotland. This location, shaped by a maritime climate and Norse heritage, has a direct influence on the character of its whiskies.
The Viking range celebrates this identity, and Viking Scars refers to battle scars and the toughness of Viking life. A concept that translates into a whisky with presence, structure and a very recognisable balance.
Maturation and the Highland Park style
Highland Park 10 Viking Scars is matured in selected oak casks, following the distillery’s traditional style. The use of local peat contributes a gentle, aromatic smokiness, quite distinct from that found in more heavily peated regions.
This smoke is well integrated from the outset and never dominates the profile. It combines with the influence of the oak to create a balanced character, where sweetness, spice and a lightly saline background coexist.
The ten-year maturation allows the whisky to retain energy and freshness, while maintaining a clear and easily identifiable structure.
How to enjoy Highland Park 10 Viking Scars
This single malt is best enjoyed neat, served in a suitable glass, where its balance between sweetness, smoke and oak can be fully appreciated.
A few drops of water are also welcome, helping to open up the aromas and soften the profile, highlighting sweeter and maltier notes.
Thanks to its accessible style, it works equally well for relaxed tastings or as an introduction to lightly peated whisky.
An ideal single malt to discover Highland Park
Within the category of Orkney single malt Scotch whisky, Highland Park 10 Viking Scars stands out for its balance and clear identity. It does not aim for extreme intensity, but for coherence and style.
At Licorea, we recommend it to those who want to explore the character of Highland Park, to enthusiasts who appreciate moderate smoke, and to anyone looking for a whisky with history and personality.
An expression that brings together tradition, Viking heritage and the unmistakable style of one of Scotland’s most iconic distilleries.
