Highland Park 25 Year Old 1981 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
Tasting Notes
The Highland Park 1981 25 Year Old, bottled by Douglas Laing as part of their prestigious Old Malt Cask range, represents a unique expression of Orkney's legendary distillery. Distilled in September 1981 and matured for a quarter century before bottling in November 2006, this single cask (#3080) release received an intriguing Claret wine cask finish. Bottled at a natural strength of 50% ABV, the whisky presents a delicate yet complex aroma that leads into an exceptionally rich and beautifully balanced palate. The journey concludes with a rich, smooth finish that showcases both Highland Park's distinctive character and the subtle influence of the Claret cask finish. Each 700ml bottle captures a rare moment in Highland Park's history, filtered through Douglas Laing's expertise in selecting exceptional casks that tell their own unique story.