Highland Park has announced the launch of its third Ambassador’s Cask, after both the first and second sold out within months of being released – the most successful and fastest selling limited edition bottlings in the Orkney brand’s 209-year history.

For the third Ambassador’s Cask, Gerry Tosh, Global Brand Ambassador, has selected cask 9035, which was filled in 1974 and bottled this year. Because of the exceptional quality of this 33 year old single malt, the special edition has been released in 372 35cl bottles, making it more accessible for a range of whisky lovers. The exclusive Ambassador’s Cask III bursts with aromas of dark chocolate, orange peel and toasted smoky almonds and finishes with the signature dry smokiness of Highland Park.

Gerry Tosh, Global Brand Ambassador, commented: “The success of the first two Ambassador’s Casks is testament to the present demand for limited bottlings. By releasing the third edition in a 35cl bottle more people will have the opportunity to try this fantastic 33 year old whisky. Cask 9035 was one of five under consideration and it will not disappoint with a lingering aftertaste of dried fruits, setting it apart from the first two limited edition casks.”

Each of the 372 35cl Highland Park Ambassador’s Cask III bottles (RRP £95) are penned with Gerry Tosh’s signature and sealed in a beautifully crafted wooden box. The Ambassador’s Single Cask III is available at the Kirkwall distillery and also on the Highland Park website www.highlandpark.co.uk. It is anticipated that this limited edition release will be popular with whisky connoisseurs, tourists and locals.