{"product_id":"highland-park-heather-cask-strength-scotch-whisky-single-malt","title":"Highland Park Heather Cask Strength Scotch Whisky Single Malt","description":"Highland Park Heather Cask Strength is a limited-release Orkney single malt Scotch whisky bottled at a powerful 63.6% ABV (127.2 proof), delivering the distillery's signature heathered peat character with uncompromising intensity. This bold expression showcases Highland Park's mastery of balancing smoke, sweetness, and complexity in their most potent format.\n\nHighland Park has been crafting exceptional single malts on the remote Orkney Islands since 1798, where the unique heathered peat and maritime climate create whiskies of remarkable depth and character. This cask strength release represents their commitment to showcasing the full power of Orkney terroir, using 100% locally peat-smoked barley and maturation in carefully selected sherry-seasoned oak casks.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich heathered peat smoke, dried apricots, orange zest, warm honey, dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with intense peat smoke, sherry sweetness, vanilla oak, cinnamon spice, dried fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering smoke, dark fruit, oak tannins, and gentle maritime salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63.6% (127.2 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighland Park\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrkney Islands, Scotland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst-Fill Sherry-Seasoned Oak \u0026amp; Refill Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMalting Process\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Orkney Peat-Smoked Barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Whisky Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors and connoisseurs seeking authentic cask strength intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScotch Exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experiencing Highland Park's signature style in its most powerful expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium dram for celebrating milestones or gifting fellow whisky lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a few drops of water to unlock layers of complexity and tame the heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I add water to Highland Park Heather Cask Strength?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, adding a few drops of water is recommended to unlock the full flavor profile. At 127.2 proof, this whisky benefits from dilution to reveal its complex layers of smoke, fruit, and spice. Start with just a teaspoon and adjust to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to regular Highland Park expressions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cask strength release offers significantly more intensity than Highland Park's standard bottlings like their 12 or 18-year expressions. You'll experience the same signature heathered peat and sherry influence, but with greater concentration and power that showcases the distillery's raw character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Highland Park's peat different from Islay whiskies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighland Park uses heathered peat from Orkney, which creates a more floral, honey-tinged smoke compared to the medicinal, seaweed-influenced peat character of Islay whiskies. This gives Highland Park a more balanced, approachable smokiness with sweet undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good value for a cask strength single malt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt under $100, this represents excellent value for a cask strength single malt from a respected distillery. Highland Park's quality and the intensity of flavor at this proof point make it competitive with similar offerings that often cost significantly more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store this high-proof whisky?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore upright in a cool, dark place away from temperature fluctuations. The high alcohol content makes it very stable, but avoid direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Once opened, it will maintain quality for years if properly stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Highland Park","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62862193983859,"sku":"Higlnad-Park-Heather-Cask","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/8141\/9069\/files\/HighlandParkHeatherCaskStrengthScotchWhisky750mL.webp?v=1779345832","url":"https:\/\/sipwhiskey.com\/products\/highland-park-heather-cask-strength-scotch-whisky-single-malt","provider":"Sip Whiskey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}