Highland Park 21 yo, August 2019 Release, 46%

Introduction

Highland Park 21 Year Old August 2019 Release represents the pinnacle of Orkney’s whisky craftsmanship, embodying over two centuries of distilling heritage on this remote Scottish archipelago. This exceptional expression exemplifies Highland Park’s signature style while elevating it through extended maturation and meticulous cask selection.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Scottish barley and the distinctive aromatic peat from Hobbister Moor on Orkney, rich in heather and ancient woodland matter
• Distillation process: Traditional copper pot stills with an upward lyne arm for lighter spirit character, retaining the distillery’s characteristic mid-palate sweetness
• Maturation: 21 years in a carefully selected combination of first-fill and refill sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks
• Special techniques: Hand-turned floor malting for a portion of the barley, 100% non-chill filtered, and natural color to preserve authentic character

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich aromatic peat, sweet heather honey, ripened stone fruits, with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and toasted oak
• Palate: Luxurious layers of sweet honey, gentle smokiness, ripe pears, caramelized oranges, dark chocolate, and warming spices with a creamy mouthfeel
• Finish: Long and complex with lingering notes of sweet peat smoke, dried fruits, toasted oak, and subtle vanilla

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (15-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped Glencairn or copita glass to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of spring water to open up the complex flavors
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate with sea salt, mature cheeses, or smoked salmon with honey-mustard dressing

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 46% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Orkney Islands
• Certifications/Awards: Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 95 points from Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Highland Park 21 Year Old represents a rare intersection of time-honored tradition and exceptional maturation that can only come from over two decades of patient aging in Orkney’s unique climate.

With increasingly limited availability, this August 2019 Release stands as a collector’s item that grows more scarce with each passing day as bottles are consumed and fewer remain available worldwide.

Endorsed by master distillers and whisky critics alike, this expression showcases why Highland Park continues to be regarded as one of the most respected single malt producers in Scotland.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Highland Park 21 Year Old has consistently earned accolades from the world’s leading whisky experts, including multiple gold medals at international spirits competitions.

Discerning collectors and connoisseurs have long committed to acquiring these limited releases, recognizing the consistency and extraordinary quality that Highland Park delivers in their aged expressions.

The reverence this whisky commands among industry professionals reflects its standing as a benchmark against which other premium aged single malts are often measured.

From Orkney to You

In creating this exceptional 21 Year Old expression, Highland Park has shared with you the very finest casks from their historic warehouses, representing the distillery’s unwavering commitment to quality and tradition.

The warmth and character of this whisky mirror the renowned hospitality of the Orcadian people and their island home, where the rugged landscape meets the wild North Sea.

By experiencing this Highland Park 21 Year Old, you join a community of enthusiasts who appreciate the unique heritage of Orkney’s whisky-making traditions – make this distinguished bottle part of your collection today.