Highland Park 12 year old from way up north. This ‘Viking Honour’ is a 40% Orcadian single malt Scotch whisky – a great introduction to the (multi-award winning) Highland Park's heathery peat smoke. Matured predominantly in sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks, so it's spicy, citrusy, and full of smoky aromatics.
Our friends at Master of Malt have kindly provided these tasting notes…
Nose
Fresh, clean and very aromatic. Floral notes abound the senses with a light grassiness. Notes of creamy Manuka honey and a touch of juicy citrus with cream and a well-balanced sweetness.
Palate
Rather full with a pleasant depth. Lurking somewhere in the substratum a grilled orange lies. Notes of granary toast and green tea with jasmine. A touch of sweetness.
Finish
Quite long with peppery spice and wood shavings.
