Talisker 11 Year Old Special Release 70cl 55.1%

Description

A brand new expression of Talisker for the 2022 Diageo Special Release range. This whisky was matured for 11 years in a combination of first-fill and refill ex-bourbon casks and wine casks before marrying and bottling at cask strength.

Nose – Maritime in feel, with light spice-prickle, the first impression suggests a beach bonfire of dry seaweed, then deep-seated notes of maritime saltiness and marine engines take over, on a base of drying fresh linen. All these scents hold together well at reduced strength.
Palate – Smoothly oily in texture, while the taste is gloriously sweet throughout and smoky-spicy, with a distinct fruity hint, all of which evokes an orchard seen through smoke and sea mist. A fine salty balance in the middle leads the spiciness on into a powerful chili pepper catch as you swallow. With a drop of water, the sweet fruitiness and saltiness come into their own.
Finish – Long, sustained and lightly smoky, with lingering warming spice.