Highland Park 17 Year Old 2008 Murray McDavid Benchmark
Bottle Information
Tasting Notes
Highland Park 17 Year Old 2008 is a richly characterful Orkney single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Murray McDavid for the acclaimed Benchmark series. Distilled in 2008 and matured in bourbon barrels for 17 years before bottling in 2026, this limited release yielded just 564 bottles at a powerful 54.1% ABV.
The bourbon barrel maturation beautifully enhances Highland Park’s signature balance of gentle heathery peat smoke, honeyed malt, orchard fruits, and warming spice. Extended ageing has added impressive depth and refinement while allowing the distillery’s unmistakable Orcadian character to shine through with clarity. Bottled at natural strength without chill-filtration or added colour, this is a bold yet elegant single malt with exceptional texture and complexity.
Why We Think You’ll Love It
- 17 year old Orkney single malt Scotch whisky from Highland Park
- Matured in bourbon barrels
- Distilled 2008, bottled 2026
- Limited to 564 bottles
- Bottled at a robust 54.1% ABV
- Part of the acclaimed Murray McDavid Benchmark series
The Highland Park 17 Year Old 2008 Murray McDavid Benchmark is a refined and beautifully balanced Orcadian single malt, combining Highland Park’s signature heathery peat smoke with creamy bourbon cask sweetness and mature complexity. Elegant, powerful, and wonderfully layered, it’s an exceptional whisky for lovers of premium island Scotch whisky.
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