Highland Park 2008, 15 Year Old, The Octave, Duncan Taylor, 700ml
This single malt whisky, distilled at Highland Park in 2008, spent 15 years maturing, with a four-month finish in one of Duncan Taylor's signature octave casks and bottled in 2024. The result is a limited release of just 97 bottles, now part of Duncan Taylor's The Octave collection. Cask Number: 5040474
Duncan Taylor's The Octave collection showcases whiskies finished in specially crafted octave casks, which are significantly smaller than standard barrels. The reduced cask size increases the interaction between the wood and the spirit, creating unique and intensified flavor profiles.
About Highland Park: Located on the Orkney Islands, Highland Park was established in 1798, making it one of Scotland's oldest distilleries. Known for its balance of gentle peat smoke, honeyed sweetness, and maritime character, Highland Park uses traditional floor malting and Orkney peat, rich in heather, to produce its distinctive spirit. The distillery's commitment to craftsmanship and local ingredients has earned it a reputation for creating complex and highly regarded single malts.