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From the Isle of Skye comes this Talisker single malt, which has spent 18 years in casks which previously held bourbon and sherry. A sweet and smoky malt, a must have for any Talisker fan. If you weren’t already convinced, this fabulous dram picked up the title Best Whisky in the World at the 2007 World Whiskies Awards too.
Quite clean and fresh. There is a mixed fruity sweetness with a spicy character. The peat and smoke rise with notes of perfume and thick oak. Hints of Calvados and a touch of acidity with ground ginger.
Thick, rich and full-bodied. Notes of spicy, peppery oak, espresso beans and wood smoke. A little allspice creeps in, there is a certain zesty character lurking somewhere. The spice builds and builds with utter intent.
Long, with peppery oak.
As with all Talisker, the nose is exactly what you expect, with the volume turned up. Someone who didn’t spend time with this liquid could definitely be underwhelmed...but it’s so not. Those 18 years in Sherry/bourbon almost give me Distillery edition vibes of that pure Sherry, but there is much more underneath to be discovered. A must for Tally fans.
I must say I am not a Talisker fan boy. I had couple bottles before this one, the 10 yo which was very average, the 57 north which I did not like much (thanks to this earthy peat and strong chili note) and the Talisker DE that I actually really enjoyed. I bought this bottle with no particulare expectations. It is by far the best Talisker I ever had and simply one of my favorite whisky. A bit like the Sprinbank 10yo, this whisky has everything, so many aroma and sooooo well balanced. The peat is obvious but do not takes over and it still has this particular salinity that makes this Talisker one of a kind. I am very suprised and happy to finaly find out what great job Talisker can do. A must have on his shelf !
I like a whisky that is smoky, peaty, with a subtle sweetness and a touch of spice... Talisker 18y/o blends those characteristics to the point of pure perfection with a complexity of taste, nose and finish that really makes you think. It certainly isn’t cheap, that’s for sure, and whether it is worth almost treble the price of the 10y/o Talisker is open to debate, but for me it ticks every box, and is the perfect drop to put in a decanter and savour when you fancy something a bit special.
I had 2-3 glasses of this one earlier this year. The way it delivers, comes in smooth and matured. I say it's one of the greats, but I didn't really like it too much. The flavour profile didn't match 100% to my taste buds. But, it's really smooth and tasty, you don't notice the burn.
Wonderful dram, very complex and very restrained, the saltiness and peat are not at the forefront but linger in the background whilst the peppery, malty, fruitiness take over. This isn't Sherry bombed fruit though, this is stone fruit, with some stewed apple notes. It's really good but, once left go open up for a few weeks, fantastic. 100% recommend.
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