Born of wind, sea, and ancient legend, Highland Park 18 Year Old Viking Pride is a whisky as storied as its Orkney Island home. Revered for its near mythical balance of peat smoke, sweet sherry, and heather honey, this award winning single malt is the pinnacle of Highland Park’s style. Named Viking Pride to honor the Norse heritage of Orkney, it stands as a tribute to craftsmanship, courage, and time, a whisky that whispers old-world tales with every sip.
Highland Park 18 Year Old Viking Pride
Brand: Highland Park | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 43% | Origin: Orkney Islands, Scotland | Vol: 70cl
Tasting Profile:
Nose: Exquisite and layered, a graceful dance of dried fruit, toasted oak, orange peel, heather honey, and gentle peat smoke. Hints of clove and marzipan emerge with time.
Palate: Rich, full, and harmoniously balanced, flavours of dark chocolate, stewed plums, nutmeg, honeycomb, and smoky spice unfold with velvet-like smoothness. Every sip offers something new.
Finish: Long and elegant, waves of sweet dried fruit, smouldering peat, and a warm, spiced oak embrace that lingers luxuriously.
Production Details:
Matured in first-fill European and American sherry-seasoned oak casks, Highland Park 18 is crafted using local Orkney peat, which is rich in heather and imparts a soft, aromatic smoke. Distilled slowly and aged for nearly two decades in the island's cool maritime climate, it’s a whisky shaped by both nature and Norse legend.
Perfect For:
Perfect for quiet nights with classical music, sharing with true whisky appreciators, or marking a personal milestone. It's a contemplative dram, made to be savored, not rushed, a bottle of depth and dignity.
Expert Notes:
Named Best Spirit in the World by F. Paul Pacult’s Spirit Journal, this expression is admired for its exceptional harmony and layered complexity. A consistent high scorer among critics and collectors alike, it’s a true icon of the Scotch world.
Customer Reviews:
🗣️ "Everything I want in a whisky, balance, smoke, sweetness, and elegance."
🗣️ "This is Highland Park at its best. Deep, rich, and simply unforgettable."
🗣️ "I save this for special nights. It’s that kind of bottle."
Interesting Fact:
The Orkney Islands, where Highland Park is based, were once ruled by Norsemen and that Viking legacy lives on in the brand’s identity. The Viking Pride name isn’t marketing fluff, it’s ancestral truth.
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat in a tulip glass to experience the full array of flavors. Add a few drops of water to bring forward the spice and dried fruit. For pairings, try with dark chocolate, smoked meats, or a rich fruitcake.
Distillery Background:
Founded in 1798, Highland Park Distillery is one of the northernmost distilleries in Scotland. Known for its unique use of Orkney peat and commitment to traditional methods, every drop of Highland Park reflects its island’s elemental beauty and ancient spirit, proud, bold, and unforgettable.
