Scott_E
Highland Park Fire Edition
Single Malt — Islands, Scotland
Reviewed
January 19, 2018 (edited October 21, 2024)
Another Highland Park and an opportunity to try this elusive and exclusive whisky thanks to @LeeEvolved through our whisky tour group. A rare treat. NAS from Highland Park have generally disappointed me and, though I may not have have this again, I an anticipating a memorable experience.
Taking in the aromas, cinnamon powder and sweet nuttiness greet you. An earthiness exists in the spicy-sweetness. Raisin Bran, barley sugar, honey, heather and vanilla are the body of the nose. Hints of maritime and an extemely faint peat or char are lurk but take time to come through.
Take a draw. White pepper warming on arrival. Sweetened vanilla, cinnamon sugar and chocolate make a nice sweet base. A touch of concord grape is detectable and adds a nice uniqueness.
The finish is drying of oak tannins. Ginger spice prickle with vanilla-honey. The tail end of the finish fades with a touch of grape juice.
A gentle sweetness with a pinch of zing. A clean and sweet freshness. I quite enjoyed. However, is it worth the exhorbanant price? No. I found this to be somewhat on par with Glen Garicoh 12 and at a fraction of the cost, I would reach for the Glen Garicoh (because of the cost). [85/100][Tasted: 12/3/17]
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Odin was incredible. The only one I've not tried is Thor, but I can't fathom paying its asking price in today's market
I learned that if you really want to try a port finished HP that’s very well done you have to try the Odin. This, along with Ice, were a bit of a letdown. Especially for the crazy price point. Great review, Scott. Cheers.