Highland Park 15 years old Single Orkney Malt Whisky 40%

Before new designs and new cask combinations, there was this 15-year-old expression of Highland Park, as it looked when it was first introduced as an exclusive release back in 2003. A taste of how the distillery's style once was, before it evolved further.

Expert Description

Highland Park 15 Year Old Old Version is a Single Orkney Malt Whisky matured in oak casks and bottled at 40%.

This is the original 15-year-old, as it was introduced in 2003 as an exclusive release, before later becoming a permanent part of the distillery's international range. The whisky builds on the 12-year-old style, but with an extra layer of complexity from the longer maturation — more floral, more aromatic, with a milder smoke.

Today this exact edition is discontinued and replaced by newer versions, making it an interesting glimpse into how Highland Park tasted for an earlier generation.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Aromatic smokiness with a hint of camphor, backed by fresh citrus notes and a light floral scent.

Palate

Rich and initially sweet, gradually developing into a dry, smoky character.

Finish

Rich and long, first medium sweet, then medium dry with lingering smoke.

Specifications

Name: Highland Park 15 Year Old Old Version
Distillery: Highland Park
Region/Country: Orkney Islands, Scotland
Type: Single Orkney Malt Whisky
Age: 15 Years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Discontinued version
EAN: 5010314311315

Flavour Profile

Peated · Floral · Rich · Soft

Did You Know?

The 15 year old was first launched in 2003 as an exclusive, limited release, before it later became a permanent part of Highland Park's international range.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Park 15 Year Old Old Version

What's the difference between this and the current 15 year old?

This is the original version from 2003, with a different label design and a different cask composition than the newer editions the distillery has since released.

Is this whisky still in production?

No, this exact edition is discontinued and has been replaced by newer versions in Highland Park's range.

Is Highland Park 15 Year Old a peated whisky?

Yes, at a moderate level. The smoke appears as an aromatic undertone rather than a dominant flavour, with camphor and citrus as clear counterpoints.

Is it a good collector's bottle?

Yes, precisely because it's discontinued, it's interesting for collectors who want to follow how Highland Park's style has evolved over time.

How should this whisky be served?

In a tulip-shaped whisky glass at room temperature, perhaps with a few drops of water to open up the floral notes.

When was Highland Park 15 Year Old originally launched?

It was first introduced in 2003 as an exclusive release, before later becoming available internationally as a permanent part of the range.