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.
My favourite peated whisky. Smoke doesn't overpower a beautiful whisky full of complexity. Deliciously oily palate.
I tried many whiskies ... but Talisker 18 is arguably one of the best whisky ever made.
My family favorite. When will it come again?
Excellent dram.more Smoke than Peat unlike Ardberg or Lagavulan. Several flavors including some sea salt/brine and what a long finish! I got it for $80 in the states and worth every penny and then some!
Talisker 18 Year Old: on the nose immediately recognisable Talisker + some pepper. Colour amber. The taste and the true body of this drink comes in waves, three or four in conjunctive. After that the peppery finish draws in, slowly but steady, prevailing on the lateral parts of the tongue. It leaves the drinker in respectful awe. Talisker 10 is maybe just staring at the sea but this product is the sea itself splashing on the rugged face of a fisherman.
