Highland Park Distillery

About

Highland Park Distillery, founded in 1798, is the oldest working distillery in Scotland and a jewel of the Orkney Islands. Nestled on the island of Kirkwall, the 12‑kitchen distillery produces a distinctive single‑malt Scotch that blends high‑land peat with the subtle aromas of sherry casks. Visitors can explore the complete whisky‑making journey—from malting on its own local prairie, to the copper stills that churn choruses of smoke and spice, to the small‑batch maturation in oak barrels that give each expression a unique character. The 75‑minute Guided Tour offers a rare, behind‑the‑scenes look at the traditional process, accompanied by free tasting of two award‑winning expressions. Because the tour is popular, guests are advised to book in advance, and reservations can be made through the distillery’s official website.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes