ship

FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER 150€

ship

FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER 150€

Highland Park 12

Size: 0,7 l (40.0% ABV)

SKU: WOIHIG170812

52,00 

3 in stock

Highland Park 12 Year Old is a flagship single malt Scotch whisky from Orkney, known for its balance of sweet, smoky, and fruity flavors. It represents the distillery's distinctive Orcadian style and is widely appreciated by whisky enthusiasts for its complexity and depth of character.

Distillery / Brand
Highland Park Distillery
Age
12
Alcohol content
40 %
Volume
700 ml
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Deep gold with amber hues, indicating its sherry cask influence and natural color.
Aroma
Aromas of heather honey, dried fruits (apricots, figs), peat smoke, and floral notes. Citrus zest, vanilla, and a hint of spice, balanced with subtle maritime influences.
Taste
Full-bodied and rich palate with flavors of honey, malt, dried fruits, and gentle peat smoke. Orchard fruits, chocolate, vanilla, and oak spices contribute to a complex and harmonious profile.
Aftertaste
Long and lingering finish with a balance of sweetness, smoke, dried fruits, and oak spices.
Distillery info

Highland Park is located in Kirkwall, Orkney. It is the northest distillery in Scotland and it was founded in 1798.

The identity of the founder is not clear as both Magnus Eunson, a priest who illegally distilled whisky and David Robertson are considered candidates.

In 1826 it was Robert Borwick who got the first legal license for the distillery. In 1895 James Grant would be the new owner and during his time, the distillery was expanded twice. Highland Distillers would name themselves the new owners in 1937 and in 1999 Edrington came in charge until today.

One of the unique features in Highland Park distillery is the use of aromatic peat from Hobbister Moor as the peat from Orkney island gives a different flavor background to whisky compared with Islay or Highlands peat.

Another feature is the use of sherry seasoned oak casks for full maturation and just for a “sherry finish”. The capacity of the distillery is approximately 2.8 million liters per year.

READ MOREREAD LESS