Name: Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)
Brand: Highland Park
Price: 64.92 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) is characterised by Smokey, Toasted, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Honey notes. Highland Park distilled on 16 June 1988 and aged for 23 years in hogsheads 741 and 742 before Signatory bottled it in March 2012. The Orkney Island distillery's signature heather smoke and honey would have deepened over two decades, balanced by subtle maritime influence.

Question 2

Is Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Smokey, Toasted, Dried Fruit character makes it accessible at 43% ABV.

Question 5

Is Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) costs £64.92 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 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) 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 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) 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 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) — 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 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) 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 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted, Dried Fruit, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £64.92 for Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory).

Question 11

Is Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £64.92 for Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory).

Question 12

How does Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) compare to Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) and Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Highland Park 23 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) is bold and smoky, while Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is known for Cooked Fruit, Fresh Fruit, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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