Highland Park 12 Year Old Limited Edition Queen Elizabeth II's Visit to Italy 1980 Malt Scotch Whisky
Whiskey: Highland Park 12 Year Old Limited Edition Queen Elizabeth II's Visit to Italy 1980 Malt Scotch Whisky
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Size: 750ML
Proof: 86 (43%ABV)
Origin: Scotland
Distillery: Highland Park
A historic commemorative bottling released in 1980 to mark the official visit of Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh to Italy. This is an early-era Highland Park 12-year-old, bottled during a period widely regarded as the distilleryâs golden age for balance and character. While the liquid follows the classic Highland Park profile, the rarity lies in its presentationâfeaturing a special label for the Italian market and limited distribution. Today, it stands as both a collectible whisky and a snapshot of 1980s Scotch production.
Highland Park 12 Year Old Limited Edition Queen Elizabeth II's Visit to Italy 1980 Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes
Nose: Honey, heather, light peat smoke, stewed fruits, orange zest, caramel, and subtle leather undertones.
Palate: Velvety and balanced with notes of honeyed malt, dried fruits, gentle smoke, citrus, spice, and soft oak complexity.
Finish: Medium-long and elegant with lingering heather smoke, spice, oak, and a slightly dry, refined fade.
Distillery Information
Highland Park, founded in 1798 in Kirkwall on the Orkney Islands, is one of Scotlandâs oldest distilleries and is renowned for its distinctive balance of sweet and smoky flavors. Its use of locally cut heather-rich peat gives the whisky a uniquely aromatic smoke, softer and more floral than Islay styles. During the 1980s, Highland Park established its reputation as one of the most balanced single malts in Scotland, combining sherry cask richness with gentle peat influence. Special commemorative bottlings like this Italy 1980 edition were often produced for specific markets or events, making them particularly collectible decades later. Unlike modern releases, these older bottlings are often prized for their subtle complexity and traditional production methods. This bottle represents both a piece of whisky history and a cultural artifact tied to a significant royal event, making it highly desirable among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Whiskey: Highland Park 12 Year Old Limited Edition Queen Elizabeth II's Visit to Italy 1980 Malt Scotch Whisky
This bottle will make a fine addition to any whisky lover.
Order from the Largest & Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!
Featured in
- ROLLING STONE
- MEN'S JOURNAL
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ALL ORDERS PLACED ARE GUARANTEED and WILL NOT be cancelled like with other retailers. Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand and unavailability.
Size: 750ML
Proof: 86 (43%ABV)
Origin: Scotland
Distillery: Highland Park
A historic commemorative bottling released in 1980 to mark the official visit of Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh to Italy. This is an early-era Highland Park 12-year-old, bottled during a period widely regarded as the distilleryâs golden age for balance and character. While the liquid follows the classic Highland Park profile, the rarity lies in its presentationâfeaturing a special label for the Italian market and limited distribution. Today, it stands as both a collectible whisky and a snapshot of 1980s Scotch production.
Highland Park 12 Year Old Limited Edition Queen Elizabeth II's Visit to Italy 1980 Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes
Nose: Honey, heather, light peat smoke, stewed fruits, orange zest, caramel, and subtle leather undertones.
Palate: Velvety and balanced with notes of honeyed malt, dried fruits, gentle smoke, citrus, spice, and soft oak complexity.
Finish: Medium-long and elegant with lingering heather smoke, spice, oak, and a slightly dry, refined fade.
Distillery Information
Highland Park, founded in 1798 in Kirkwall on the Orkney Islands, is one of Scotlandâs oldest distilleries and is renowned for its distinctive balance of sweet and smoky flavors. Its use of locally cut heather-rich peat gives the whisky a uniquely aromatic smoke, softer and more floral than Islay styles. During the 1980s, Highland Park established its reputation as one of the most balanced single malts in Scotland, combining sherry cask richness with gentle peat influence. Special commemorative bottlings like this Italy 1980 edition were often produced for specific markets or events, making them particularly collectible decades later. Unlike modern releases, these older bottlings are often prized for their subtle complexity and traditional production methods. This bottle represents both a piece of whisky history and a cultural artifact tied to a significant royal event, making it highly desirable among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Original: $1,999.99
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Whiskey: Highland Park 12 Year Old Limited Edition Queen Elizabeth II's Visit to Italy 1980 Malt Scotch Whisky
This bottle will make a fine addition to any whisky lover.
Order from the Largest & Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!
Featured in
- ROLLING STONE
- MEN'S JOURNAL
- US WEEKLY
ALL ORDERS PLACED ARE GUARANTEED and WILL NOT be cancelled like with other retailers. Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand and unavailability.
Size: 750ML
Proof: 86 (43%ABV)
Origin: Scotland
Distillery: Highland Park
A historic commemorative bottling released in 1980 to mark the official visit of Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh to Italy. This is an early-era Highland Park 12-year-old, bottled during a period widely regarded as the distilleryâs golden age for balance and character. While the liquid follows the classic Highland Park profile, the rarity lies in its presentationâfeaturing a special label for the Italian market and limited distribution. Today, it stands as both a collectible whisky and a snapshot of 1980s Scotch production.
Highland Park 12 Year Old Limited Edition Queen Elizabeth II's Visit to Italy 1980 Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes
Nose: Honey, heather, light peat smoke, stewed fruits, orange zest, caramel, and subtle leather undertones.
Palate: Velvety and balanced with notes of honeyed malt, dried fruits, gentle smoke, citrus, spice, and soft oak complexity.
Finish: Medium-long and elegant with lingering heather smoke, spice, oak, and a slightly dry, refined fade.
Distillery Information
Highland Park, founded in 1798 in Kirkwall on the Orkney Islands, is one of Scotlandâs oldest distilleries and is renowned for its distinctive balance of sweet and smoky flavors. Its use of locally cut heather-rich peat gives the whisky a uniquely aromatic smoke, softer and more floral than Islay styles. During the 1980s, Highland Park established its reputation as one of the most balanced single malts in Scotland, combining sherry cask richness with gentle peat influence. Special commemorative bottlings like this Italy 1980 edition were often produced for specific markets or events, making them particularly collectible decades later. Unlike modern releases, these older bottlings are often prized for their subtle complexity and traditional production methods. This bottle represents both a piece of whisky history and a cultural artifact tied to a significant royal event, making it highly desirable among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
