Highland Park Dark Origins Single Malt Scotch Whisky 750mL is a rich, sherry-forward single malt inspired by the illicit beginnings of Highland Park distillery on Scotland’s Orkney Islands. Crafted using a higher proportion of first-fill sherry-seasoned European oak casks, Dark Origins delivers a deeper, darker expression of Highland Park’s signature balance of heather honey sweetness and gentle peat smoke.

Bold yet beautifully integrated, this whisky reveals layered notes of dark dried fruit, heather honey, orange peel, dark chocolate, toasted oak, warm baking spice, and soft aromatic peat smoke. The sherry cask influence adds richness and depth while allowing the coastal Orkney character to shine through, resulting in a long, warming, and luxurious finish. Dark Origins is an ideal choice for sherry-matured Scotch lovers seeking complexity and heritage in every sip.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark dried fruit, heather honey, orange zest, light peat smoke

• Palate: Sherry sweetness, dark chocolate, toasted oak, baking spice, gentle smoke

• Finish: Long, warm, lightly smoky with lingering fruit, honey, and oak

FAQs

• Is Highland Park Dark Origins peated?
Yes — it features light, balanced Orkney peat smoke, subtle and aromatic.

• What makes Dark Origins different?
It uses a higher proportion of first-fill sherry casks, creating a darker, richer profile.

• Is this a limited release?
Yes — Dark Origins was released in limited quantities and is now discontinued.

• Is it good for sipping?
Absolutely — crafted for neat sipping and slow enjoyment.

• How does it compare to Highland Park 12 Year?
Dark Origins is richer, more sherry-forward, and darker, with added depth and spice.

• What is the ABV?
Typically bottled at 46.8% ABV.