Highland Park
2007 - G&M Connoisseurs Choice
- 59.9
- 70cl
- Taste: 4
- Islands
Highland Park Distillery is located at the southern edge of Kirkwall on Mainland, Orkney Islands. The distillery was officially established in 1798 by David Robertson, however, local legend suggests that Magnus Eunson, a notorious smuggler and illicit distiller, operated on the site in the late 18th century. The distillery operated illegally until 1826, when it obtained a license and began legal production. In 1876, William Stuart acquired the company, and...
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Highland Park Distillery is located at the southern edge of Kirkwall on Mainland, Orkney Islands. The distillery was officially established in 1798 by David Robertson, however, local legend suggests that Magnus Eunson, a notorious smuggler and illicit distiller, operated on the site in the late 18th century. The distillery operated illegally until 1826, when it obtained a license and began legal production.
In 1876, William Stuart acquired the company, and later, in 1895, Stuart partnered with James Grant. Under their ownership, the distillery expanded and improved its facilities, undergoing significant upgrades, including the addition of new stills and modernisation of its equipment. In 1937, the Highland Distillers Company purchased Highland Park, bringing further financial stability and resources. Today, Highland Park continues to be known for its balanced, smoky whiskies with notes of heather honey.
Created in 1968 by George Urquhart, the Connoisseurs Choice range has featured more than 2,000 bottlings from almost 100 Scottish distilleries. The label of each Connoisseurs Choice whisky narrates its story, including cask type, bottling date, strength, vintage, and tasting note. Gordon & MacPhail, drawing on four generations of the same family, uniquely crafts these rare single cask and small batch expressions by applying their expertise in matching spirit to oak casks. These creations consistently remain non-chill-filtered.
This UK Exclusive bottling of Highland Park was filled in 2007 and spent its maturation in a first-fill Sherry Butt. Bottled at 59.9%, this is whisky is a cask strength bottling. A limited release of 606 bottles.
Official Tasting Notes
Fragrant raisin aromas complement peanuts and tangerine peel. Apple and raspberry are followed by fudge and a hint of coffee bean. A medium length finish with lingering spice.
In 1876, William Stuart acquired the company, and later, in 1895, Stuart partnered with James Grant. Under their ownership, the distillery expanded and improved its facilities, undergoing significant upgrades, including the addition of new stills and modernisation of its equipment. In 1937, the Highland Distillers Company purchased Highland Park, bringing further financial stability and resources. Today, Highland Park continues to be known for its balanced, smoky whiskies with notes of heather honey.
Created in 1968 by George Urquhart, the Connoisseurs Choice range has featured more than 2,000 bottlings from almost 100 Scottish distilleries. The label of each Connoisseurs Choice whisky narrates its story, including cask type, bottling date, strength, vintage, and tasting note. Gordon & MacPhail, drawing on four generations of the same family, uniquely crafts these rare single cask and small batch expressions by applying their expertise in matching spirit to oak casks. These creations consistently remain non-chill-filtered.
This UK Exclusive bottling of Highland Park was filled in 2007 and spent its maturation in a first-fill Sherry Butt. Bottled at 59.9%, this is whisky is a cask strength bottling. A limited release of 606 bottles.
Official Tasting Notes
Fragrant raisin aromas complement peanuts and tangerine peel. Apple and raspberry are followed by fudge and a hint of coffee bean. A medium length finish with lingering spice.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig