Highland Park The Light 17 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Vital Stats: Single malt, 17 years old, aged entirely in ex-bourbon barrels, bottled at 52.9%. Appearance: Pale gold Nose: Zesty and bright, with sweet apricot, white peach, and melon enlivened by vanilla, lemon peel, and tropical fruits. A muscular vein of high, pure peat emerges alongside a bit of grilled meat and deeply integrated oak. There’s a laser-like focus here, clear and distinct. With water, there’s more smoke, earth, and salinity.