What defines the 'heather smoke' profile of Highland Park?

This is the most iconic trait of Highland Park. Because the peat on the Orkney Islands consists primarily of heather roots, it produces an aromatic smoke with unique floral and honey sweetness when burned. This is much smoother and more approachable compared to the medicinal smoke found in Islay whiskies.

What are the main differences between Highland Park 12 and 18 Year Old?

The 12 Year Old (Viking Honour) is brighter, balancing smoke, honey, and citrus. The 18 Year Old (Viking Pride) uses a higher proportion of first-fill sherry casks, offering a deeper, more robust palate with dark chocolate, toffee, and dried fruit flavors and a longer finish.

Is Highland Park suitable as a gift?

Absolutely. Highland Park has a unique 'Viking Culture' brand story and artistic bottle designs featuring intricate embossed patterns. Its high balance of smoke and sweetness makes it an impressive gift for both beginners and seasoned connoisseurs.

Why is the Highland Park Valhalla Series highly collectible?

The Valhalla series (like Loki and Thor) features unique flavor profiles tailored to each deity's personality. Combined with the iconic wooden Viking longship display stands and their discontinued status, they hold significant appreciation potential in the secondary market.

Highland Park

Highland Park: The Viking Soul of Scotland's Northernmost Isles

Highland Park hailing from the storm-swept Orkney Islands, is the most northerly distillery in Scotland. It is renowned for the perfect balance of its unique 'heather honey smoke peat' and 'sherry cask maturation'. Alcohol Please brings you a curated selection of classic and rare releases, including the essential 12 Year Old Viking Honour, the award-winning 18 Year Old, and the highly collectible Valhalla Collection.

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Highland Park possesses high brand recognizability. When choosing, look for these distinctive characteristics:

Classic 12 Year Old (Viking Honour): The best entry point. Features warm heather honey, citrus fruit, and gentle smoke with a rounded, balanced palate.
Advanced 18 Year Old (Viking Pride): Recipient of numerous world awards. Richer sherry influence with notes of dark chocolate, toffee, and ripe cherries, complemented by a more refined smokiness.
Limited Editions (e.g., Valhalla Series): Top choice for collectors. Named after Norse gods like Thor, Loki, and Odin, featuring unique packaging and more intense, explosive flavor profiles.

Highland Park 17YO, The Light, 52.9% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Highland Park 17YO, The Light, 52.9% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$2,130

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Thompson Bros. Highland Park 20YO, 2005/2025, #5039, 54.1% (WB88.56) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Thompson Bros. Highland Park 20YO, 2005/2025, #5039, 54.1% (WB88.56) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$1,690

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Decadent Drinks Old Orkney Malt (Highland Park) 21YO, 1999&2003 / 2024, O.O.3, 52.9% (WN89) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Decadent Drinks Old Orkney Malt (Highland Park) 21YO, 1999&2003 / 2024, O.O.3, 52.9% (WN89) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$2,780

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SMWS Highland Park - 20YO, 2000, #4.306, Tarred and feathered, 55.2% (WB89.56) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

SMWS Highland Park - 20YO, 2000, #4.306, Tarred and feathered, 55.2% (WB89.56) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$2,570

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Sansibar A Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 17YO, 2004/2022, White Label, 51.6% (WB87.56)

Sansibar A Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 17YO, 2004/2022, White Label, 51.6% (WB87.56)

Regular price HK$1,450

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The Single Cask Orkney Distillery - 14YO, 2007/2021, #20, Special Edition 2022, 65.5%

The Single Cask Orkney Distillery - 14YO, 2007/2021, #20, Special Edition 2022, 65.5%

Regular price HK$1,380

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Cadenhead's Secret Orkney - 12YO, 2009, Warehouse Tasting, 63%

Cadenhead's Secret Orkney - 12YO, 2009, Warehouse Tasting, 63%

Regular price HK$1,350

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Cadenhead's Highland Park - 30YO, 1988/2018, 49% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Cadenhead's Highland Park - 30YO, 1988/2018, 49% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$4,840

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A Dream of Scotland Highland Park - 13YO, 2024, The Tasteful 8, 57.7%

A Dream of Scotland Highland Park - 13YO, 2024, The Tasteful 8, 57.7%

Regular price HK$1,380

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Cadenhead's Highland Park - 20YO, 1996/2016, 50.6% (WB 87.4) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Cadenhead's Highland Park - 20YO, 1996/2016, 50.6% (WB 87.4) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$2,880

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Acla da Fans Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 16YO, 2006/2023, #54, 53.2%

Acla da Fans Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 16YO, 2006/2023, #54, 53.2%

Regular price HK$1,220

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (HP) 14YO, 2011/2025, 100 Proof - Edition #59, 57.1%

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (HP) 14YO, 2011/2025, 100 Proof - Edition #59, 57.1%

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (Highland Park) - 20 Years Old, 2005/2025, #DRU17 A63 #2, 55.2%

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (Highland Park) - 20 Years Old, 2005/2025, #DRU17 A63 #2, 55.2%

Regular price HK$1,400

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Michiel Wigman Secret Orkney - 1999/2019, #93, They Inspired I - Serie 1.5, 51.9% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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Michiel Wigman Secret Orkney - 1999/2019, #93, They Inspired I - Serie 1.5, 51.9% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$1,950

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Highland Park - 15YO, Loki, Valhalla Collection, 48.7% (WF92) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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Highland Park - 15YO, Loki, Valhalla Collection, 48.7% (WF92) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$3,290

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SMWS 4.115 Highland Park - 20YO, 1986/2007, Pepper Explosion, 49.4% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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SMWS 4.115 Highland Park - 20YO, 1986/2007, Pepper Explosion, 49.4% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$4,020

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Black Friday Orkney - 18YO, 2018, Whisky Exchange, 54.6% (WN88)

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Black Friday Orkney - 18YO, 2018, Whisky Exchange, 54.6% (WN88)

Regular price HK$1,280

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Murray McDavid Highland Park - 14YO, 1988/2002, #MM733, 46% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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Murray McDavid Highland Park - 14YO, 1988/2002, #MM733, 46% (WF90) (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$2,160

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (HP) - 14 Years Old, 2010/2025, #100 Proof Edition #38, 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt & Bourbon HHD, 57.1%

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (HP) - 14 Years Old, 2010/2025, #100 Proof Edition #38, 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt & Bourbon HHD, 57.1%

Regular price HK$600

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery - 11YO, 2012/2024, #6, 56.8%

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery - 11YO, 2012/2024, #6, 56.8%

Regular price HK$740

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Signatory Vintage Highland Park - 18YO, 2006/2024, Ibisco Decanter, 52% (WB88.11)

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Signatory Vintage Highland Park - 18YO, 2006/2024, Ibisco Decanter, 52% (WB88.11)

Regular price HK$1,150

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery - 13YO, 2008/2022, Parcel No.8, 48%

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery - 13YO, 2008/2022, Parcel No.8, 48%

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Signatory Vintage Highland Park - ~14YO, 1988/2002, #1235, Dumpy, 58.4% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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Signatory Vintage Highland Park - ~14YO, 1988/2002, #1235, Dumpy, 58.4% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$2,260

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Signatory Vintage Highland Park - 24YO, 1977/2002, #3793, Dumpy, 56.8% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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Signatory Vintage Highland Park - 24YO, 1977/2002, #3793, Dumpy, 56.8% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

Regular price HK$4,020

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Signatory Vintage Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 14YO, 2010/2024, 1st & 2nd Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt, 57.1%

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Signatory Vintage Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 14YO, 2010/2024, 1st & 2nd Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt, 57.1%

Regular price HK$660

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Whisky Sponge Old Orkney Malt (Highland Park) - 16YO, 2006/2022, Edition oo3, 57.1%

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Whisky Sponge Old Orkney Malt (Highland Park) - 16YO, 2006/2022, Edition oo3, 57.1%

Regular price HK$1,350

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TWA Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 17 Years Old, 2006/2023, Whisky Owl, 53.1%

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TWA Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 17 Years Old, 2006/2023, Whisky Owl, 53.1%

Regular price HK$1,220

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Highland Park 18 Years Old, Viking Honour, 43%

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Highland Park 18 Years Old, Viking Honour, 43%

Regular price HK$1,050

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Highland Park 12 Years Old, Viking Honour, 40%

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Highland Park 12 Years Old, Viking Honour, 40%

Regular price From HK$370

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Gordon & MacPhail Highland Park - 17YO, 2006/2024, #4270, Refill Sherry Puncheon, 60.3%

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Gordon & MacPhail Highland Park - 17YO, 2006/2024, #4270, Refill Sherry Puncheon, 60.3%

Regular price HK$1,480

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Signatory Vintage Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 14YO, 2010/2024, 100 Proof Edition #15, 57.1%

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Signatory Vintage Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 14YO, 2010/2024, 100 Proof Edition #15, 57.1%

Regular price From HK$500

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BBR Orkney Islands (Highland Park) - ~25YO, 1998/2023, #16, 51.7%

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BBR Orkney Islands (Highland Park) - ~25YO, 1998/2023, #16, 51.7%

Regular price HK$1,710

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