Founded: 1798 (claimed) / 1826 (licensed) (ESTABLISHED FACT) Location: Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland (Islands region) Founder: Magnus Eunson (claimed; a church officer and smuggler)
Highland Park is the northernmost distillery in Scotland, located on Orkney. Founded traditionally in 1798 by Magnus Eunson (a church officer and reputed smuggler), licensed in 1826. Highland Park uses local Orkney peat (which is heather-rich and softer than Islay peat) and sherry cask maturation. Owned by Edrington. (source: Wikipedia)
Signature style: Balanced heather-honey sweetness with aromatic peat smoke, dried fruit, and spice. Not as heavy as Islay; distinctive aromatic smoke.
Famous expressions: Highland Park 12 Year (Viking Honour), Highland Park 18 Year (Viking Pride), Highland Park 25 Year.
Trivia: Highland Park is the northernmost single malt distillery in Scotland, located just north of the mainland on Orkney at ~59°N. (source: Wikipedia) — ESTABLISHED FACT