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Score
Highland Park Valkyrie, 45.9%
Price: ● Issue: Fall 2017 ● Reviewer: Gavin Smith ● Category: Single Malt Scotch
Valkyrie replaces the current Dark Origins expression and was matured in a combination of first-fill American oak sherry casks, American oak bourbon casks, and European oak sherry casks, along with some refill casks. Apricots and aromatic wood smoke on the nose; slightly oily, with raisins. Stewed fruits on the palate, with earthy peat, licorice, and black pepper. Aniseed, dark berry notes, and wood spice in the finish.