Highland Park 28 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a cask-strength Orkney single malt bottled at 55.5% ABV by the legendary independent bottler WM Cadenhead. This exceptional expression showcases nearly three decades of maturation in oak casks, delivering the signature Highland Park balance of honeyed sweetness and gentle peat smoke that has made this Orkney distillery a benchmark for premium Scottish whisky. Highland Park Distillery stands on the windswept Orkney Islands, where Viking heritage meets modern whisky-making excellence. Founded in 1798, this northernmost Scottish distillery crafts single malts renowned for their perfect harmony of Highland elegance and Island character. The 28-year maturation period allows Highland Park's distinctive house style to reach extraordinary depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich heather honey, gentle peat smoke, dried orange peel, vanilla oak, subtle maritime minerals
• Palate: Luxurious honey sweetness, warm baking spices, dark chocolate, smoldering peat embers, candied citrus
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering honey, oak tannins, delicate smoke wisps

Product Details

Spirit Type	Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV	55.5%
Volume	750ml
Age Statement	28 Years
Distillery	Highland Park Distillery
Region	Islands (Orkney), Scotland
Bottler	WM Cadenhead
Barrel Type	Oak

Perfect For

• Special Occasions: Celebrating milestone moments with Scotland's finest aged expression
• Whisky Collectors: Adding a rare independent bottling from legendary Cadenhead to your collection
• Neat Sipping: Experiencing cask-strength complexity with a few drops of water to unlock layers
• Gifting: Presenting an extraordinary single malt to serious whisky enthusiasts

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Highland Park 28 Year taste like?

Highland Park 28 Year delivers the distillery's signature honey-smoke balance elevated by decades of oak maturation. Expect rich heather honey sweetness complemented by gentle peat smoke, dark chocolate, warm spices, and citrus complexity, all wrapped in a luxuriously long finish.

Should I add water to Highland Park 28 Year?

At 55.5% ABV, this cask-strength expression benefits from a few drops of water to unlock its full complexity. Start neat to appreciate the intensity, then gradually add small amounts of water to find your preferred balance and reveal hidden flavor layers.

How does Highland Park 28 Year compare to younger Highland Park expressions?

The 28-year maturation adds extraordinary depth and sophistication compared to Highland Park's core range. While maintaining the distillery's characteristic honey-smoke profile, this expression offers greater oak integration, enhanced spice complexity, and a more luxurious mouthfeel than the 12 or 18-year bottlings.

Is Highland Park 28 Year worth the investment?

Highland Park 28 Year represents exceptional value for a nearly three-decade-aged single malt from one of Scotland's most respected distilleries. The combination of Highland Park's premium reputation, extended aging, and independent bottling by Cadenhead makes this a worthy addition to serious whisky collections.

What makes Cadenhead bottlings special?

WM Cadenhead, Scotland's oldest independent bottler, selects exceptional casks and bottles them without chill filtration or artificial coloring. This Highland Park 28 Year represents Cadenhead's commitment to showcasing single malts in their purest form, often at cask strength for maximum flavor impact.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.