Name: Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Brand: Highland Park
Price: 266.55 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)

Question 1

What does Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is characterised by Smokey, Honey, Toasted, Old Wood notes. This 1994 Highland Park, aged 21 years in a single cask and bottled by Montgomerie's in 2015, captures the essence of Orkney's maritime terroir. Island malts from Highland Park typically display heathery, slightly peaty notes balanced with orchard fruit and a characteristic oily mouthfeel.

Question 2

Is Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) has some sweetness (58/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Smokey, Honey, Toasted character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £266.55 and is rated 4.5/5 by the community (2 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) — 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 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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

What is the community rating for Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated 4.5/5 on Neatly based on 2 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Toasted, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish costs £334.62 vs £266.55 for Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 12

Is Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) costs £163.35 vs £266.55 for Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 13

How does Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) compare to Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Highland Park 1994 (bottled 2015) (cask 33) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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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