Orkney is an archipelago off the coast of the Scottish Highlands, home to some of the finest scenery, wildlife, Neolithic sites and whisky that Scotland has to offer. This exceptional Scotch whisky comes from one of its two distilleries.

This hefty Orcadian gives a huge puff of turfy peat smoke initially, much more so than one expects from this distillery. Soon, further aromas of heather bells, leather and charcoal emerge. The palate brings the Sherry wood influence, with rich dried fruits and soft spices balancing thick smoke, heather, honey and grilled lime. This dram has huge texture, which seems to integrate with its turfy character. More sooty peat comes through on the finish, with waves of fruit and honey. A wonderful, chewy masterclass in Orcadian turf.