Name: Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Brand: Highland Park
Price: 150.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is characterised by Smokey, Honey, Toasted, Malt Extract, Old Wood notes. Highland Park's 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) spent its maturation in a first-fill bourbon barrel, preserving the Orkney distillery's signature balance of heather, honey, and subtle peat. Bottled by The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, only 241 bottles were released.

Question 2

Is Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) costs £150 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 62.7% ABV, Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) similar to The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) and The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 costs £95 vs £150 for Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society).

Question 11

Is Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) similar to Michael Jackson Blend?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) and Michael Jackson Blend share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted, Malt Extract) and are in a similar price range. Michael Jackson Blend costs £90.36 vs £150 for Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society).

Question 12

How does Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) compare to Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) and Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is bold and smoky, while Teeling 21 Year Old - Rising Reserve No.2 Marsala Cask is known for Sherried, Dried Fruit, Cooked Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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