Highland Park Cask Strength – Release No. 3, 64.1%

Introduction

Highland Park Cask Strength Release No. 3 continues the distillery’s tradition of exceptional cask strength expressions, embodying the true essence of Orkney’s northernmost distillery in its most intense and unfiltered form.

Production Method

• Raw materials: 100% Scottish malted barley, partially kilned with aromatic peat from Hobbister Moor in Orkney, providing Highland Park’s signature heathery smokiness
• Distillation process: Traditional copper pot stills with upward-tilted lyne arms that help create a balanced spirit with Highland Park’s distinctive character
• Maturation: Aged in first-fill sherry seasoned casks made from both European and American oak, hand-selected by Highland Park’s Master Whisky Maker
• Special techniques: Bottled at natural cask strength (64.1%) with no chill-filtration or added coloring, preserving the whisky’s full array of flavors and natural oils

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted oak, dried fruits, heathery honey, aromatic peat smoke, and warm spices with hints of dark chocolate
• Palate: Concentrated vanilla custard, sweet cinnamon, nutmeg, peppery spice, crystallized ginger, and candied orange peel balanced with Highland Park’s characteristic smokiness
• Finish: Long, warming and complex with lingering sweet smoke, dried fruit, and oak spices that evolve with time

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of pure spring water to unlock additional flavor dimensions, allowing the high strength to gradually open up
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate with high cocoa content, blue cheese, smoked salmon, or rich fruit cake

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 64.1% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland/Orkney Islands
• Certifications/Awards: Part of Highland Park’s acclaimed Cask Strength series, following the success of releases No. 1 and No. 2

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Highland Park Cask Strength Release No. 3 stands as one of the most authentic expressions from this legendary Orcadian distillery, offering an unfiltered window into its distinctive character.

Each batch is limited in production, making this release a sought-after bottle that won’t be replicated exactly in future iterations.

Developed by Highland Park’s Master Whisky Maker Gordon Motion, this expression represents the pinnacle of the distillery’s craft, backed by over 220 years of whisky-making heritage.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts worldwide have embraced the Cask Strength series as one of Highland Park’s most exciting and genuine offerings, with previous releases receiving widespread acclaim.

Collectors and Highland Park loyalists recognize these limited batch releases as essential additions to a comprehensive Scotch whisky collection.

The consistent quality and distinctive character have made the Highland Park Cask Strength series a benchmark for sherry-matured, peated island malts at natural strength.

From Orkney to You

Each bottle of Highland Park Cask Strength Release No. 3 delivers the authentic experience of Orkney’s northernmost distillery, a gift of tradition and craftsmanship from the dedicated team of distillers.

The unmistakable character that balances sweet sherry influence with aromatic peat smoke creates an immediate connection with Highland Park’s island home and its Norse heritage.

Join the community of Highland Park enthusiasts who appreciate the distillery’s commitment to traditional methods and natural presentation, and discover why this exceptional cask strength expression deserves a special place in your collection.