Name: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Brand: Highland Park
Price: 179.23 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is characterised by Sherried, Old Wood, Honey, Smokey, Dried Fruit, Toasted notes. Distilled in February 1985 and aged 28 years, this Highland Park from Orkney represents well-matured island whisky at its peak. Independently bottled by Montgomerie's in 2013, cask 375 offers a rare window into the distillery's older stock.

Question 2

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - 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 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) has some sweetness (56/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is approachable and a great starting point. Its Sherried, Old Wood, Honey character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) costs £179.23 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 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - 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 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - 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 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - 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 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - 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

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) costs £173.95 vs £179.23 for Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 11

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Old Wood, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £199.95 vs £179.23 for Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's).

Question 12

How does Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) compare to Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof?

Accepted Answer

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) and Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985  (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is bold and smoky, while Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is known for Toasted, Vanilla, Chocolate notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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What does Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) taste like?

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) smoky or peaty?

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) sweet?

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) good for beginners?

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) worth the money?

Should I drink Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) neat or with water?

What food pairs well with Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

What glass should I use for Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

What is the best serving temperature for Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)?

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)?

Is Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) similar to Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

How does Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) compare to Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof?