Nose : Mild and dry in feel, yet rich overall. Tight-packed top notes of fruit and malt suggest malt bread with sultanas, dates, and dried figs. Beneath them, a light mineral hint of chalk leads into rousing maritime notes of brine, salt crystals, and ship’s rails in a high sea, all on a lightly fruity, winey base, with a hint of pipe tobacco. Adding a little water brings up a smoky note.
Palate : The creamy-smooth mouthfeel introduces a big taste that starts richly sweet then quickly becomes salty, smoky, and fruity, with lush, sweet hints of sultana and fig mid-palate wrapped in rising peppery spice and smokiness. Rich and intense at natural strength, it becomes slightly sweeter, fruitier (suggesting ripe figs again), and spicier if water is added.
Finish : Long, warming, and lightly drying, with a familiar late peppery catch and a most appealing smoky-fruity aftertaste.
About Talisker
Talisker is a single malt Scotch whisky from the oldest distillery on the Isle of Skye, known for its rugged, maritime character, and signature flavors of smoke, sea salt, and pepper. Established in 1830 by the MacAskill brothers, its wild nature reflects its remote island home, offering a distinctive taste that balances peppery spice, sweet fruit, and rich, smoky depths. The brand has maintained its essence through centuries, embodying the elemental beauty and untamed sea of its birthplace in every bottle.
48.6% ABV
70cl
