Highland Park Cask of the Forest 13 Year Old is a single malt Scotch whisky bottled at cask strength 63.9% ABV from a first fill European oak sherry butt. Distilled in 2006 and bottled in 2019 as cask number 1994, this single cask expression was limited to just 580 bottles, making it one of Highland Park's most exclusive releases from their Single Cask Series. Highland Park distillery sits on the Orkney Islands, where the unique combination of Orcadian peat and maritime climate creates whisky unlike anywhere else in Scotland. This particular expression showcases the distillery's mastery of sherry cask maturation, where 13 years in first fill European oak has allowed the spirit to develop intense complexity while retaining Highland Park's signature character.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich Christmas cake, dark chocolate, orange peel, honeyed smoke, toasted almonds
• Palate: Intense sherry sweetness, dried fruits, cinnamon spice, gentle peat smoke, dark toffee
• Finish: Long with lingering smoke, chocolate orange, warming spices, oak tannins

Product Details

Spirit Type	Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV	63.9% (127.8 proof)
Volume	750ml
Age Statement	13 Years
Release Year	2019
Distillery	Highland Park
Region	Orkney Islands, Scotland
Cask Type	First Fill European Oak Sherry Butt
Cask Number	1994
Bottles Produced	580

Perfect For

• Serious Collectors: Ultra-limited single cask release with exceptional provenance
• Sherry Bomb Enthusiasts: First fill European oak delivers maximum sherry influence
• Special Occasions: Cask strength intensity perfect for celebrating milestone moments
• Highland Park Completists: Rare Single Cask Series expression showcasing distillery character

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Highland Park Cask of the Forest taste like?

Highland Park Cask of the Forest delivers intense sherry-driven flavors of Christmas cake, dark chocolate, and dried fruits balanced by Highland Park's signature gentle peat smoke. The first fill European oak sherry butt creates rich, complex flavors with warming spices and a long, smoky finish.

Is Highland Park Cask of the Forest good for cocktails?

This cask strength single malt is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up the complex flavors. At 63.9% ABV and with only 580 bottles produced, it's too rare and intense for mixing - save this one for serious sipping.

How should I drink Highland Park Cask of the Forest?

Serve neat in a Glencairn glass or add a few drops of water to reduce the intensity and reveal more subtle flavors. The high proof means a little goes a long way - start with small sips to appreciate the full complexity.

Is Highland Park Cask of the Forest worth the price?

With only 580 bottles produced from a single exceptional sherry butt, this represents serious value for collectors of rare Highland Park expressions. The combination of 13-year maturation, first fill European oak, and cask strength bottling creates a unique drinking experience.

What is similar to Highland Park Cask of the Forest?

If you enjoy sherry-matured Highland Park, look for other Single Cask Series releases or Highland Park 18 Year Old. For similar sherry influence, consider Macallan Cask Strength or GlenDronach single cask expressions, though Highland Park's gentle smoke adds a unique dimension.

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