Orkney (HP) 2010 14 år 57,1% #30 100 proff Signatory

Orkney (HP) 2010 14 år #30 100 proff Signatory

1st. fill. Oloroso sherry butt.

Nose: A fragrant tapestry of dried orchard fruits—apricots, sultanas, and fig—laced with indulgent dark chocolate, spiced fruitcake, and a hint of crème brûlée sweetness. Beneath these richer layers, subtle peat smoke drifts gently, carried on a briny sea breeze. Delicate heather honey and a faint whiff of seasoned leather lend a soft complexity, paying quiet homage to Orkney’s rugged shores.

Palate: Velvety and mouth-filling, the whisky balances sweetness with subtle smoke. Sticky toffee pudding, treacle sauce, and black cherry jam form a rich, dessert-like heart, framed by warming cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. A gentle peat influence emerges mid-palate—earthy rather than ashy—harmonizing with notes of roasted almonds and honeyed malt, ensuring the sherry richness never overwhelms the Highland Park character.

Finish: Long and evolving, the finish gradually sheds its initial sweetness, revealing layers of cocoa nibs, toasted hazelnuts, and a delicate, earthy dryness. A lingering trace of peat smoke and salt-kissed oak remain as a final coastal echo. The result is a complex, satisfying finale that encapsulates both sherry indulgence and the island’s signature maritime soul.

What does the 100 Proof label mean?

In the whiskey world, "100 Proof" refers to the alcohol content of a spirit, especially whiskey. 100 Proof is equivalent to 50% alcohol by volume. This system of “Proof” was traditionally used in the United States and Great Britain, where the Proof value was twice as high as the percentage of alcohol. So if a spirit was 100 Proof, it contained 50% or more alcohol.

However, the Proof system is no longer in use so the alcohol percentage is more commonly used to indicate the strength of the spirit. However, in a historical and traditional sense, 100 Proof refers to 50% alcohol content