Highland Park Single Cask Series 18 Year Old California Edition

Name: Highland Park Single Cask Series 18 Year Old California Edition
Brand: Highland Park
Price: 369.99 USD
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$369.99 USD

Size

750 ML

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Embark on a unique whisky journey with the Highland Park Single Cask Series 18 Year Old California Edition. This exclusive release is a shining example of Highland Park's dedication to exceptional whisky making, tailored specifically for the discerning palates of California. Hand-selected for its unique characteristics, this single cask expression captures the essence of Highland Park's renowned distilling expertise, combined with the singular influence of its cask's maturation environment. Aged for 18 years, this rare and limited edition offers a distinctive tasting experience that celebrates the rich, complex flavors of one of Scotland's most iconic distilleries, all while paying homage to the vibrant spirit of California.

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Tasting Notes

Aroma: The aroma is a captivating blend of Highland Park's signature aromatic peat smoke, complemented by the rich sweetness of dried fruits and a hint of vanilla. Notes of citrus and a subtle floral essence add a refreshing complexity, inviting the taster to delve deeper.

Palate: On the palate, this exceptional single malt delivers a harmonious balance of flavors. The initial sweetness of honey and ripe fruits seamlessly transitions into a rich tapestry of spices and smoky peat, indicative of Highland Park's traditional style. The influence of the single cask is evident in the unique undertones of oak and a hint of sea salt, adding depth and character to the whisky.

Finish: The finish is long, warm, and satisfying, with a lingering smokiness that is perfectly balanced by the residual sweetness and a touch of spice. It leaves a memorable impression, reflective of the whisky's maturity and the distinct character of its single cask origin.

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Bottle details

Type	Single Malt Scotch
Brand	Highland Park
Producer	Highland Park Distillery
Origin	Islands, Scotland
Age	18 years
Bottle size	750 ml
Made from	malted barley

Why Liquor Geeks recommends it

This is an 18-year-old single malt from Highland Park Distillery in Scotland's Islands region, drawn from a single hand-selected cask and released as a limited edition for California. That single-cask origin is the point: rather than a blended house profile, you get one cask's take on the distillery's traditional style. The tasting notes describe aromatic peat smoke wrapped around dried fruit and vanilla, with citrus and a floral lift on the nose. The palate opens on honey and ripe fruit before moving into baking spice and smoky peat, with oak and a hint of sea salt underneath. The finish runs long and warm, smoke balanced by lingering sweetness. It suits the drinker who already knows peated Scotch and wants to sit with something more nuanced, and it makes a thoughtful bottle for collectors drawn to exclusive releases or anyone with ties to California. We carry it because single-cask bottlings let you taste a distillery's character in a more particular way, and this one rewards slow, neat sipping.

Pairs well with

Smoked salmon on rye — The fish's smoke and salinity echo the whisky's peat smoke and hint of sea salt.
Honey-drizzled aged cheddar — Honey and a nutty cheese play off the honeyed, ripe-fruit palate and the oak underneath.
Quiet fireside evening — A long, warm, smoky finish is best enjoyed slowly with time to let each sip linger.

Questions about this bottle

What does this whisky taste like?

Expect aromatic peat smoke with dried fruit, vanilla, citrus and a floral note on the nose. The palate moves from honey and ripe fruit into spice and smoky peat, with oak and a hint of sea salt. The finish is long and warm, with lingering smoke balanced by sweetness and spice.

What makes it a California Edition?

It is an exclusive single cask release from Highland Park, hand-selected for its individual character and tailored specifically for California. The store's record describes it as a rare, limited edition that pays homage to California while showcasing the distillery's traditional style.

How should I drink it?

Neat is the recommended way to take in its full aroma and complexity. A few drops of water can open up the aromas and soften the palate, revealing additional layers of flavor and making it a more accessible pour.

Is it a good gift, and what size is the bottle?

Yes. It comes in a 750 ml bottle, and as a limited edition 18-year-old single malt it suits whisky enthusiasts and collectors, especially anyone who values exclusive releases or has a personal connection to California.

Highland Park Single Cask Series 18 Year Old California Edition

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