Single Malt
Scotland
Sherry
A great introduction to Highland Park's famed heathery peat smoke, the 12 Year Old is matured predominantly in sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks, so it's spicy, citrusy, and full of smoky aromatics. This is part of the Orcadian distillery's impressive core range, which was treated to a smart new look in 2024.
Fresh, clean and very aromatic. Floral notes abound the senses with a light grassiness. Notes of creamy Manuka honey and a touch of juicy citrus with cream and a well-balanced sweetness.
Rather full with a pleasant depth. Lurking somewhere in the substratum a grilled orange lies. Notes of granary toast and green tea with jasmine. A touch of sweetness.
Quite long with peppery spice and wood shavings.
Did not like. Stick with the regular 12 year offering if you can find it.
Nice, balanced. Pricing very good. Don't listen to the haters. At that price, its a solid 4 stars.
On the nose butter like orchard fruits, possibly rich dark chocolate. On the pallet Smokey honey and fresh fruit. Finish is sweet slightly Smokey and not overly long. A very nice anytime dram ( in my opinion)
All that hype of "entry level" single malt...It's alright but nothing memorable. Yes, it has a proper Highland character of spicy finish, but I dont understand why is so popular on many whiskey forums. I genuinely have more joy from drinking blends like JW Black than from this single malt. Buy Old Pultney 12 instead, at least you're going to get something with own character. I tasted it few times and I am not going to buy a whole bottle. I would give it 3 stars, but because of all the hype around it, I take 0.5 star home with me.
Really nice well balanced well worth the cost
