![]() There is nothing that stood out about this whisky and I might be inclined to mix it with soda or in a cocktail, instead of trying to enjoy its own flavours. These are whiskies that I did enjoy drinking, but likely would reach for another bottle or select something different to order.Ħ5-74: Average consider trying before you buy, but not recommended. Most of these whiskies I was really happy to have the opportunity to taste, but, apart from a dram here and there, I don’t think I would buy a bottle.ħ5-79: Good whisky consider trying before you buy. An easy decision to order at a bar/restaurant and one to consider buying a bottle of.Ĩ0-84: Very good whisky recommended, but still consider trying before you buy. Whiskies that tick the flavour boxes and you'll likely hear about these from me. My favourite whiskies – I might have more than one bottle if the price is right and the supply is limited! The higher values in this range will reflect a stronger balance and consistency between components. (Posted 12 December 2018.)ĩ0+: Fantastic whisky highly recommended. Second Release in the Viking Legend Series. You might just have to try them both-and there are worse things than tasting two good whiskies! This Highland Park Valknut does have a peatier quality to it, but the sweet and fruity flavours aren’t as balanced as in the Valkyrie. All the tasting notes and reviews I read suggested to me that I would prefer Valknut over Valkyrie, but after a recent side-by-side tasting I give the nod to the Valkyrie. I feel like Macallan has the same story for taste/price/value.Īnd I can’t get to the end without mentioning Highland Park Valkyrie, of course! Valkyrie is the first release in the Viking Legend Series. This Highland Park Valknut retails for $90 CAD and is a great value, especially by comparison. Highland Park Light and Dark? Fantastic whiskies. I don’t say that because the Highland Park Valknut tastes like a Macallan-even though they do have a similar sherried kick-rather it is because at this price point, and for this brand, I really feel like I’m getting my value for the bottle. I can’t help but draw the Edrington connection. ![]() This could almost be called the Peated Macallan. The Viking Legend Series, of which the Valknut is a part of, is affordable and generally available-and the deep amber / black bottles and crafted names? Spurs my curiosity! It is those two expressions that spurred my curiosity into the Limited and Travel Retail Editions. I hadn’t been drinking very much Highland Park lately, and for that reason it felt like I was taking a big chance on this bottle! Quick personal history lesson: Highland Park 10 was one of the first whiskies I enjoyed sipping on, and I think both the 10 and 18 are excellent and, for the most part, good value. Very tasty!įinish: Exits with dried fruit, spices, fading smoke, and dry flowers. The peat and smoke are well layered in this dram. Accented by spices, orange citrus, and mild cocoa / dark chocolate. Dark orchard fruits, dried fruits, and wood notes. That said, I think there are some who won’t find it as strong as I did. What held me back from loving this was the slight sulphurous notes. Nose: This admittedly did take a while to open up – pour this dram and get comfy! When the flavours peak they are fruity and with a satisfying amount of peat.
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