Talisker Skye was introduced in early 2015, named after the beautiful island on which the distillery resides. This expression brings with it a more well-rounded and sweet flavour profile packed with fresh citrus, sweet smoke, peppery spice and traditional Talisker maritime notes.
Talisker Skye is matured in a combination of refill and toasted American oak casks, with a slightly higher proportion of toasted casks. Talisker Skye whisky is perfect for those who perhaps find the classic Talisker flavour profile a bit too much, not to say that Talisker fans won't enjoy it too.
Sweet stuff, toffees and vanilla ice cream up front, almost grain-like. Becomes increasingly honeyed. There's a little coastal influence here too, just hints of a sweet Caol Ila perhaps, with very restrained smoke.
Honeyed toasted oak, sappy wood, only a little pepper and smoke, apple turnovers and hints of lemon and lime Opal Fruits. Fennel seeds.
Drying and slightly less sweet, hints of spice and smoke.
A more approachable, sweet Talisker. 'The Isle of Skye in June'.
is this Whisky worth drinking or should I try and sell it?!?!?!?!?!??!
Was brought this as a gift. I'm a seasoned whisky drinker and I was delighted with this! Reminds me a little of Bowmore Darkest Sherry Cask. Has real spicy notes much more smoother and delicate than the raspy usual peaty Talisker! Well done!
Really liked and as someone else mentioned, it seems to get more enjoyable with each dram. Nice whisky.
As a newbie to whiskey, this had complex flavors that grew on me with each dram. Definitely not boring or weak.
Retains all of the essence of a Talisker but with a lovely sweetness. Still peppery, still smoky and, unusually, a more oily mouth feel erring toward a Caol Ila. £27 well spent and highly recommended.
