The Orkney 16 Year Old 2009 Unicorn is an exclusive, limited-edition Orcadian single malt Scotch whisky, bottled only for The Whisky Barrel. Distilled in 2009 at the secret Kirkwall Distillery—this rare release is drawn from a 1st fill Pedro Ximénez sherry hogshead (#TWB1039) and bottled at a powerful cask strength of 60.8% ABV. With just 282 bottles, it is the sister cask to our sold-out Orkney 21 Year Old Unicorn release.

Matured in rich PX sherry wood, this remarkable single malt delivers the darkness, depth, and unmistakable Orkney character that collectors and sherried-whisky fans adore.

Adding to its appeal, the unique Unicorn label features St Magnus Cathedral—Britain’s most northerly cathedral—and Scotland’s elusive mythical creature, the Unicorn, symbolising purity, heritage, and timeless strength.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

• Distilled at the secret Kirkwall distillery

• Matured in a single 1st fill Pedro Ximénez sherry hogshead (#TWB1039)

• Bottled at natural cask strength 60.8% ABV

• Limited to just 282 bottles

• Sister cask to the sold-out Unicorn 21 Year Old Release

• Deep sherry influence meets classic Orkney smoke, heather, and complexity

• Exclusive release available only from The Whisky Barrel

The Orkney 16 Year Old 2009 Unicorn is a bold, luxurious, and richly sherried Orcadian single malt—an outstanding collector’s piece and a remarkable whisky in its own right. Perfect for fans of sherry bombs, Orkney peat, and rare single cask releases.