Highland Park Cadenhead's Authentic Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 28 Year Old · 1985 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with copper-gold highlights and a hint of mahogany.

Nose

Sherry-cask perfume floods the nose with dark fruit—raisin, fig, date—paired with honeyed vanilla and orange zest. A gentle peat smoke wafts through, balanced by Highland Park’s maritime brightness. Rich oak, almond, and cocoa mingle with a whisper of heather and red spice, finishing in a warm, inviting depth.

Palate

Silky and generous, this opens with honeyed sweetness and sherry-tinged dried fruits—raisin, fig, and apricot—lifted by bright orange zest. A thread of gentle peat moves through the mid-palate, bringing smoky depth and spicy notes of cinnamon and clove against sturdy oak. Luxurious and full-bodied, it lingers with maritime salt, warm tannins, and a long, refined finish.

Finish

An expansive, honeyed finish with Highland Park’s delicate peat lingering beside sherry-fused sweetness. Dried orange zest, toffee and spice unfold over velvety oak, while a warm, nutty depth lingers long after the last sip.