This podcast features Martin Markvatsen, the global brand ambassador for Highland Park, discussing the heritage and production ofthe distillery’s scotch whisky. Located on the windblown Orkney Islands, thedistillery has operated for over 220 years, utilizing a unique, heather-based peat that provides a distinct floral sweetness compared to mainland malts.Markvarden shares his personal journey from a military police officer to becoming a Master of the Quaich, a prestigious title in the scotch industry. The discussion also covers specific releases, including the affordable 12-year-old staple, a rare 56-year-old bottling, and experimental projects involving Swedish oak. Throughout the conversation, the hosts conduct a tasting to compare the flavor profiles and market values of different age statements.