Highland Park 2005/2025 - 20 y.o. - Refill Sherry Butt #2801 - G&M CC CS
Special features: This 20-year-old Highland Park was bottled by Gordon & MacPhail in the renowned Connoisseurs Choice Cask Strength series. Distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2025, it matured in a Refill Sherry Butt (#2801), resulting in a limited edition of 632 bottles. Bottled at natural cask strength of 59.7% ABV. The whisky is neither chill-filtered nor colored, which emphasizes its authenticity and depth.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Inviting aromas of dried fruits, accompanied by spicy oak notes and a hint of smoke.
Palate: Full-bodied and complex, with a harmonious blend of sweet sherry notes, ripe plums, and a subtle smokiness.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering spice notes and a touch of citrus.
Distillery/Bottler: Highland Park, founded in 1798, is the northernmost distillery in Scotland and is known for its masterful combination of sweet sherry and smoky flavors. Gordon & MacPhail, a traditional independent bottler, has been known for the maturation and bottling of special Scotch whiskies for over 120 years.