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.

Signatory Vintage Highland Park - 32YO, 1991/2023, #15088, 35th Anniversary, 53.4% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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Signatory Vintage Highland Park - 32YO, 1991/2023, #15088, 35th Anniversary, 53.4% (Cash/Credit Card Price)

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Decadent Drinks Old Orkney - 19YO, 2004/2023, 53%

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Decadent Drinks Old Orkney - 19YO, 2004/2023, 53%

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Signatory Vintage Whitlaw - 10 Years Old, 2013/2023, 59.6%

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Signatory Vintage Whitlaw - 10 Years Old, 2013/2023, 59.6%

Regular price HK$1,120

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BBR Orkney Islands (Highland Park) - 2006/2023, #5051, 57.1%

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BBR Orkney Islands (Highland Park) - 2006/2023, #5051, 57.1%

Regular price HK$1,180

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Spheric Spirits Orkney Islands - 20YO, 2003/2023, 54.7%

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Spheric Spirits Orkney Islands - 20YO, 2003/2023, 54.7%

Regular price HK$1,400

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Abyss A Secret Island (Highland Park) - 15YO, 2007/2022, 53.5%

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Abyss A Secret Island (Highland Park) - 15YO, 2007/2022, 53.5%

Regular price HK$1,480

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Signatory Vintage Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 17YO, 2005/2023, DRU17/A63 #6, 51.9% (WF90)

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Signatory Vintage Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 17YO, 2005/2023, DRU17/A63 #6, 51.9% (WF90)

Regular price HK$1,320

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery (Highland Park) - 10YO, 2011/2022, #5, 49.9%

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery (Highland Park) - 10YO, 2011/2022, #5, 49.9%

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery (Highland Park) - 12YO, 2009/2022, #7, 56.3%

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery (Highland Park) - 12YO, 2009/2022, #7, 56.3%

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Highland Park - 14YO, 2004/2018, for Belgian Vikings, #6116, 62.4% (WF87)

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Highland Park - 14YO, 2004/2018, for Belgian Vikings, #6116, 62.4% (WF87)

Regular price HK$1,280

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Gordon & MacPhail Highland Park - 40YO, 1982/2022, Private Collection, 51.5%

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Gordon & MacPhail Highland Park - 40YO, 1982/2022, Private Collection, 51.5%

Regular price HK$15,400

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (Highland Park) - 17YO, 2005/2023, DRU 17/A63 #27, 55.3%

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (Highland Park) - 17YO, 2005/2023, DRU 17/A63 #27, 55.3%

Regular price HK$1,340

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (Highland Park) - 17 Years Old, 2005/2023, #DRU17/A63 #8, 55.6%

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Signatory Vintage Orkney (Highland Park) - 17 Years Old, 2005/2023, #DRU17/A63 #8, 55.6%

Regular price HK$1,430

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DL XOP Highland Park - 23YO, 1999/2022, 53.7%

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DL XOP Highland Park - 23YO, 1999/2022, 53.7%

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The Nectar of the Daily Drams Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 13YO, 2007/2020, 56.1%

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The Nectar of the Daily Drams Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 13YO, 2007/2020, 56.1%

Regular price HK$1,740

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Signatory Vintage Whitlaw (Highland Park) - 8YO, 2013/2022, 59.5%

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Signatory Vintage Whitlaw (Highland Park) - 8YO, 2013/2022, 59.5%

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Thompson Bros Orkney (Highland Park) - 11YO, 2011/2022, 50%

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Thompson Bros Orkney (Highland Park) - 11YO, 2011/2022, 50%

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Wu Dram Clan Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 16YO, 2006/2022, 48.2% (WF WN87)

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Wu Dram Clan Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 16YO, 2006/2022, 48.2% (WF WN87)

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Sansibar Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 21YO, 1999/2021, 54.7%

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Sansibar Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 21YO, 1999/2021, 54.7%

Regular price HK$1,660

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Sansibar Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 22 Years Old, 1999/2021, 51.9%

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Sansibar Secret Orkney (Highland Park) - 22 Years Old, 1999/2021, 51.9%

Regular price HK$1,860

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Scotch Universe Mars IV (Highland Park) - 15 Years Old, 2006/2022, 55.3%

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Scotch Universe Mars IV (Highland Park) - 15 Years Old, 2006/2022, 55.3%

Regular price HK$1,070

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Càrn Mòr Whitlaw (Highland Park) - 7 Years Old, 2014/2022, 47.5%

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Càrn Mòr Whitlaw (Highland Park) - 7 Years Old, 2014/2022, 47.5%

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Sansibar Highland Park - 19YO, 1999/2019, 49.1%

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Sansibar Highland Park - 19YO, 1999/2019, 49.1%

Regular price HK$1,280

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Thompson Bros Orkney (Highland Park) - 20YO, 49.5% (WF88)

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Thompson Bros Orkney (Highland Park) - 20YO, 49.5% (WF88)

Regular price HK$1,500

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery (Highland Park) - 12YO, 48% (WN88)

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SMOS An Orkney Distillery (Highland Park) - 12YO, 48% (WN88)

Regular price HK$760

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Thompson Bros Orkney (Highland Park) - 19 Years Old, 57.1% (WF90)

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Thompson Bros Orkney (Highland Park) - 19 Years Old, 57.1% (WF90)

Regular price HK$1,650

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Signatory Vintage Whitlaw (Highland Park) - 7 Years Old, 59.6%

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Signatory Vintage Whitlaw (Highland Park) - 7 Years Old, 59.6%

Regular price HK$1,080

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