Highland Park 1998 / 23 Year Old / Orkney Sponge Edition 1 / Whisky Sponge Island Whisky
- Distillery
- Highland Park
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £439
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Old Wood
- Description
- Highland Park's 1998 vintage aged 23 years in refill hogshead and bottled at 57% ABV by Whisky Sponge, presenting the distillery's older house style with pronounced peat. Aromas of medicinal herbs, salty coastal air, and driftwood give way to dry spice and soft orchard fruit on the palate. The texture is warm and slightly drying, with a long, herbal finish. An ideal pour for enthusiasts seeking Highland Park's traditional peaty character before modernisation.
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Highland Park 1998 / 23 Year Old / Orkney Sponge Edition 1 / Whisky Sponge Island Whisky
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40%
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✦ Neatly Summary
Highland Park 1998 / 23 Year Old / Orkney Sponge Edition 1 / Whisky Sponge Island Whisky is a from Highland Park (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, heavily oaked and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Highland Park's 1998 vintage aged 23 years in refill hogshead and bottled at 57% ABV by Whisky Sponge, presenting the distillery's older house style with pronounced peat. Aromas of medicinal herbs, salty coastal air, and driftwood give way to dry spice and soft orchard fruit on the palate. The texture is warm and slightly drying, with a long, herbal finish. An ideal pour for enthusiasts seeking Highland Park's traditional peaty character before modernisation.
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