Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky
- Distillery
- Highland Park
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £550
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Honey, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- Released in 2000 to commemorate the millennium, this Highland Park 12 Year Old was bottled at rare cask strength (55.7% ABV), capturing the spirit at full intensity and richness. The elevated proof amplifies the distillery's signature heather, honey, and gentle peat smoke while preserving oak spice and maritime minerality. A special bottling that marks a cultural moment and showcases how cask strength elevation enhances Highland Park's complexity.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Highland Park 2000 Millennium / 12 Year Old Island Whisky is a from Highland Park (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, honey, sherried, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Released in 2000 to commemorate the millennium, this Highland Park 12 Year Old was bottled at rare cask strength (55.7% ABV), capturing the spirit at full intensity and richness. The elevated proof amplifies the distillery's signature heather, honey, and gentle peat smoke while preserving oak spice and maritime minerality. A special bottling that marks a cultural moment and showcases how cask strength elevation enhances Highland Park's complexity.
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