Name: Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Brand: Highland Park
Price: 514.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is characterised by Smokey, Toasted, Old Wood, Tobacco notes. Highland Park's famous Orkney character developed over 25 years in cask 20027 before Douglas Laing bottled it at 47.7% ABV for the Xtra Old Particular range. Distilled in 1997, this island malt balances heather honey with subtle smoke.

Question 2

Is Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is not particularly sweet (30/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke. More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) costs £514.95 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 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is best enjoyed neat to experience the full smoky character. A small drop of water can soften the intensity if preferred.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) — 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 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 share a similar flavour profile (Toasted, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 costs £494.02 vs £514.95 for Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 11

Is Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) similar to Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) costs £383.95 vs £514.95 for Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing).

Question 12

How does Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Highland Park 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 20027) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is bold and smoky, while Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is known for Hay-like, Leafy, Malt Extract notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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