Highland Park Heather Cask Strength Single Orkney Malt Scotch Whisky 63.6% is an uncompromising and intense whisky experience that celebrates the distillery’s unique terroir and time-honored approach to whisky craftsmanship. Bottled at natural cask strength and without chill-filtration, this edition delivers a bold and unfiltered character where smoke, sweetness, and spice unfold in full force. With an ABV of 63.6%, it’s a dram for the seasoned enthusiast seeking depth, complexity, and authenticity in every drop.

Distilled on Orkney, where Highland Park has been crafting single malt since 1798, this whisky carries the distillery’s signature balance of sweet and smoky notes, shaped by the use of heather peat from Hobbister Moor. Unlike the medicinal smoke of Islay, heather peat imparts a more floral and aromatic profile, which shines through with great intensity in the Heather Cask Strength release. The whisky is matured in carefully selected first-fill European and American sherry-seasoned oak casks, adding layers of dried fruit, spice, and dark chocolate.

On the nose, expect powerful aromas of heather honey, burnt orange peel, dried dates, and a pronounced yet elegant smoke. Hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and roasted nuts reveal the influence of the sherry casks. The palate is rich and oily, unfolding with waves of dark fruit, spiced oak, chocolate, licorice, and a touch of salty minerality that evokes Orkney’s rugged coastal landscape. The finish is long, warm, and persistent, with notes of pepper, toasted malt, and lingering peat smoke that round off the experience with depth and finesse.

Distillery: Highland Park Heather
Age: Not stated
Type: Single Orkney Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 63.6%
Volume: 70 cl
Other: Release No. 1

Highland Park Heather Cask Strength is a bold and expressive whisky that captures the essence of Orkney’s natural beauty and Highland Park’s dedication to tradition and quality.

Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2005/2018 A. D. Rattray 13 Year Old Single Highland Malt Whisky 56.9%

Inchfad 2005 from A. D. Rattray is a powerful and characterful single malt whisky from the Highland region, distilled at Loch Lomond Distillery and bottled after 13 years of maturation. This edition is part of A. D. Rattray’s exclusive Cask Collection, where each bottle comes from a single cask and is bottled at natural cask strength without chill-filtration or added color. The result is an unfiltered and intense tasting experience, allowing both spirit and wood to speak freely.

The whisky was distilled on February 24, 2005, and bottled on November 12, 2018, giving it maturity and complexity shaped by time in a bourbon hogshead and the distinctive style Inchfad is known for. Inchfad is one of the smokier and rarer malt variants from Loch Lomond, standing apart from the distillery’s fruitier profiles. Instead, it delivers deep smoke, spice, and a lightly oily texture that makes it both challenging and rewarding.

The nose opens with notes of white pepper, bacon, vanilla, and citrus, followed by a hint of minty freshness and toasted oak. The palate is rich and complex, layered with peat smoke, sweet fruit, malt, and spice. Expect apple, banana, and honey at the core, while the finish is long, dry, and smoky with touches of cinnamon, dark chocolate, and a subtle oak bitterness. The combination of high strength and natural aging creates an intense and honest dram that will especially appeal to seasoned whisky enthusiasts.

With only 316 bottles drawn from cask number 431, this Inchfad is a collector’s item and a rare opportunity to explore a lesser-known side of Loch Lomond Distillery. It’s ideal for slow enjoyment, preferably with a few drops of water to unlock its more delicate aromas and flavors. It also pairs well with strong cheeses, smoked meats, or as a contemplative dram after a fine meal.

Distillery: Loch Lomond
Name: Inchfad
Distilled: February 24, 2005
Bottled: November 12, 2018
Age: 13 years
Bottler: A. D. Rattray
Region: Highland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask type: Bourbon Hogshead no. 431
Alcohol: 56.9%
Volume: 70 cl
Filtration: Un-chillfiltered
Color: Natural
Bottles: 316

Inchfad 2005/2018 is a whisky with edge, depth, and personality – a dram for those who appreciate the unexpected and the authentic in Scottish whisky craftsmanship.

Inchfad 2016/2024 Adelphi Selection is a bold and rare Highland single malt whisky bottled at 57%, matured for 8 years in a first-fill Pedro Ximénez sherry cask. Distilled at Loch Lomond in 2016 and bottled by Adelphi in 2024, this limited edition release is part of the acclaimed Adelphi Selection series, known for its uncompromising quality and single cask expressions. Only 205 bottles were drawn from cask no. 1326, making it a true collector’s item.

Inchfad is one of the smokier and more distinctive spirit styles produced at Loch Lomond Distillery. When paired with the richness of a PX sherry cask, the result is a whisky of remarkable depth and contrast. The nose opens with waves of earthy peat smoke, dark berries, dried fruits, and hints of vanilla and toasted oak. On the palate, it delivers a full-bodied and oily texture with layers of sweet sherry, roasted malt, licorice, cracked pepper, and a subtle medicinal edge. The finish is long, warming, and smoky, with lingering notes of cocoa, spice, and dried figs.

This expression is bottled at natural cask strength, unchillfiltered and with natural color, preserving the whisky’s full character and complexity. It’s a dram that rewards slow exploration and benefits from a few drops of water to unlock its deeper layers. Ideal for seasoned whisky drinkers who appreciate bold peat, sherry richness, and the individuality of single cask bottlings.

Distillery: Loch Lomond
Name: Inchfad
Bottler: Adelphi Selection
Distilled: 2016
Bottled: 2024
Age: 8 years
Region: Highland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask type: First Fill Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask No. 1326
Alcohol: 57%
Volume: 70 cl
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Colour
Bottles: 205
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Inchfad 2016/2024 is a powerful and expressive whisky that showcases the smoky side of Loch Lomond in perfect harmony with rich sherry influence.

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