Highland Park 1976 Orcadian Vintage

Highland Park 12 Year Old

No need to introduce the HP 12 here, it is a classic as it sets a high standard for all other entry level bottlings. Many claim that they are not what they used to be and lament about the good old days. But I still think this is one of the greater whiskies available at a more than reasonable price and if the quality has diminished over the years...

Score 82/100

Highland Park 18 Year Old

This malt is surprisingly light in color for such a rich nose and mouth experience. Goes to show how little color means. I've gotten more different notes from this than any other malt so far. The initial nose was a bit bitter and acidic, with vinegar, raisin, grape, and wood. With a dash of water, ginger, red apples, chocolate, and a hint of peat...

Score 95/100

Highland Park 25 Year Old

gift sample from a friend Nose: I love these things - nothing coy about it. Vanilla, honey, and an obvious, not overwhelming, dose of wood. Some clean peat&smoke combo, and flowers. This has all the hallmarks of a HP. Fruit hangs out in some of the layers as well: peaches, pears, apples in nougat. Pinch of salt. Honey-caramel. Rich and...

Score 91/100

Highland Park 18 Year Old

Well, another regular pleaser that I haven't had in years. Let's see how it holds up Nose: Honey, grass, and an interesting smoke-burning tire, but without being acrid. Salt and sea-water behind dried fruit and candied nuts. It's a pretty fun combination, and very well integrated. Vanilla and eucalyptus top a green apple crumble that's heavy on...

Score 83/100