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.
This is a really lovely whisky, which surges in the mouth and is beautifully balanced in flavour. It packs a good kick, but in a sweet and really pleasurable way. My partner, who I share whisky notes with, agreed: it is a very enjoyable malt whisky.
I really like the 10 yo, and dislike the talisker skye. The 18 is just wonderful!!
Very, very excellent!!!
Totally agree with 'Flavour Explosion'...amazing dram this one...totally delicious in every way...never disappoints!!?
In rating any whisky there is an immense subjective factor. We all have different tastes. Those of you (like me) that thoroughly enjoy Oban 18, Highland Park 18, Macallan 18, and Bunnahabhain 18, and Glenmorangie Signet, there is a new contender in town. Having been at the distillery in 2017, and tasted the distiller's edition, Skye, and 57 deg., I was aware that I enjoyed their flavor profile, but ... nothing prepared me for the exquisite taste of the 18. The experience begins in the proper Glencairn glass, the color is a deep amber which seems to coat the sides of the glass. The nose is splendid, and it is a portend of what is to come. The first sip is a flavor explosion which overwhelms the senses. The usual hints of peat are expertly blended into a masterful concerto of other incredibly satisfying flavors. Black cherry, salted caramel, and plums are discernible, but muted. Some citrus emerges but unlike Glenmorangie, it is not the overriding flavor. By the second sip, the reinforcements arrive with even more elements of this indelible expression. Taking time between sips, allows for the lingering and more subtle flavors of spices to emerge. Finishing this whisky will leave you almost exhausted and exhilarated, and comforted by the fact that you have the rest of the bottle to enjoy. I will enjoy all my other usuals, but Talisker 18 has blasted its way to the front of the line. I now need to taste the 25. Keep tuned in.
