‘Das gestohlene Schiff’ or ‘the stolen ship’ for people who are not familiar with the language of our eastern neighbours is an Orkney whisky without the distillery being disclosed. Also known as Highland Park.

I have no idea what the idea behind the title of this dram is, and honestly, it is such a random thing that I can’t muster the energy to look it up. Let’s just say it fits the pirate theme that Jack Wiebers often employs nicely. Why there is a dog on the label instead of a ship is a mystery to me.

Interestingly, the label says 16 years old, but the Whiskybase entry mentions 14. I guess someone got mixed up because of the ‘part XIV’ thing.

Sniff:
A very old-style whisky with a hint of acidity and some varnish. There’s lots of malted barley, a hint of rubber and sneakers. Old apples in the background too.

Sip:
Quite a sharp arrival, with lots of alcohol. Heaps of barley, dried apple, star fruits, a hint of bitterness too.

Swallow:
A long finish, with pepper and alcohol. The longest lingering flavor is the alcohol sweetness, and a bit of a star fruit acidity.

A bit of a strange one, with enough character to be quite interesting. Some age to it, but the breadth of flavors is a bit limited.

86/100