1 / 5Highland Park 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky, 70cl, 44% ABV
Generic: Highland Park 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky is a 70cl Orkney whisky listed at 44% ABV. Its cask profile and described notes of honey, spice, vanilla and fruit may appeal to drinkers looking for a layered malt rather than a lighter 40% bottling.
At a glance
- The listing describes a mix of first-fill sherry-seasoned American and European oak with refill casks.
- Tasting notes include crème brûlée, heather honey, cinnamon, vanilla, pineapple, citrus and a touch of peat smoke.
- The listing identifies Orkney as the distillery location and describes recyclable FSC-approved outer packaging.
Often bought together
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A stated 44% ABV and detailed cask description help buyers distinguish this bottling from lower-strength alternatives.
- The stated flavour profile spans sweet, fruity, spicy and lightly smoky notes, giving several serving and food-pairing possibilities.
Technical specifications
15 specifications| Type | Single Malt Whisky |
|---|---|
| Age | 15 Year Old |
| Bottle size | 70cl Standard |
| Alcohol content | 44% ABV |
| Production location | Produced in Scotland |
| Distillery location | Orkney |
| Maturation | Matured in hand-selected first-fill sherry-seasoned American oak casks |
| Additional casks | Refill casks and sherry-seasoned European oak casks |
| Bottle and packaging | Packaged in the intricately embossed bottle and fully recyclable FSC approved carboard outer packaging. |
| Aroma | rich and spicy aromas of crème brûlée, heather honey and crumbled cinnamon. |
|---|---|
| Palate | warm vanilla, pineapple and zesty citrus |
| Finish | mellow, with delicate vanilla, toasty spice and a gentle hit of aromatic smoke from our Orkney heathered peat. |
| Colour | Naturally light, golden, clear and bright in colour, driven entirely by the casks. |
| UK units per bottle | 30.8 UK Units per bottle |
|---|---|
| Guidance stated on listing | The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The title says packaging may vary, while a feature calls out an original box. Confirm the selected listing's packaging if presentation matters. The listing describes an embossed bottle and recyclable FSC-approved outer packaging, but does not establish that a separate gift box is included. Its product description also contains the typo “optimumu smoothness.”
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Whisky drinkers seeking a 15-year-old single malt with sherry-oak, honey, fruit, spice and gentle smoky notes.
- Buyers considering a whisky gift who are willing to confirm the packaging supplied with their selected listing.
Less suited to
- People seeking a lower-strength whisky, as the listing states 44% ABV.
- Buyers who need a confirmed gift box or fixed packaging presentation.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
75% 75% - 4 stars
15% 15% - 3 stars
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a small number are lower, including some one-star ratings. This gives a broadly favourable but not uniform signal. The ratings do not identify what customers liked or disliked, so they cannot confirm the listed flavour profile or packaging details.
Frequently asked questions
What size and strength is the bottle?
The listing states 70cl and 44% ABV.
What casks are used for maturation?
The description mentions first-fill sherry-seasoned American oak, sherry-seasoned European oak and refill casks.
What flavours does the listing describe?
It mentions crème brûlée, heather honey, cinnamon, vanilla, pineapple, citrus and a gentle note of aromatic peat smoke.
Does it come in a gift box?
The listing is inconsistent about packaging. Its title says packaging may vary and a feature says “Original Box”, so check the selected listing if a separate box is important.
Alternative options
Highland Park Cask Strength Whisky|Release No.4|Limited Edition|Orkney Malted Whisky| 64.3% ABC| 70cl
£55.00
Lagavulin 16 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 43% vol | 70cl | Smoky & Intense | Peat-Rich | Sweet & Salty Single Malt | Aged in Oak Casks | with Gift Box, Packaging May Vary
£57.85
Highland Park 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 70cl
£110.00
The Glenlivet 15 Year Old Whisky, 40% ABV, 70cl with Giftbox | Packaging May Vary, French Oak Reserve, Crafted in Scotland, Smooth Palate with Subtle Spice, Gifting
£38.95
Dalwhinnie 15 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky. 43% vol. 70cl. | Smooth and honeyed, with malt, toffee, citrus and gentle smoke from American white oak. Gift boxed. Neat or on ice.
£34.19
