Talisker's home on the Isle of Skye sits on the line of latitude 57° North, hence the name of this bold single malt, bottled at a weighty 57% ABV.
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I tried this on a rare trip to a fine dining establishment in Auld Reekie that has an extensive Whisky list. I was not disappointed. A truly exceptional malt with a rich, deep flavour that lives long in the palate. The only thing you will regret about buying a bottle of 57 degrees North is that you only bought one.
I really enjoyed this whisky. The nose is spicy, salty and becomes somewhat gluey. A very pleasant and robust nose, I like to just smell it for minutes on end. Palate is robust but less spicy, very smooth, one can easily drink this neat (no water). Very good.
Nice aroma and lasting taste. A man's scotch
Don't need any words - just taste it !
I was rather disappointed by this Talisker. Although being spicy and powerful and rather peaty, it lacks depth and the character of the 10yo. And it has a somewhat unbalanced finish. Besides it is massively overpriced for what you get. I am sorry, but at the end of the day I cannot really agree with all those enthusiastisch reviews. At least I would advise you to try before you buy.
