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Talisker Distillers Edition

0.7l, 45.8%

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We’re back on Skye again! Talisker’s storied history dates back to 1830, when the isle was the definition of remote. (If you can’t picture it, there can be only one. It’s the rugged Hebridean island where the sword training montage in Highlander culminates. If that helps…?) Fortunately since 1995 it’s been linked to the mainland by a bridge making this fantastic distillery much easier to visit.

They have an unusual still setup, with a u-bend in the lyne arms and a purifying return pipe, increasing reflux. Yet a balance is struck as all the stills also flow into worm tubs, which reduce copper contact. Deft use of peat is the name of the game once again, but Talisker’s malt has a lower initial peat level than neighbours Torabhaig (around 75% peated malt [20-25 PPM] mixed with 25% unpeated). This excellent Distillers Edition is finished in Amoroso (a rich, sweetened sherry) casks.

Flavour profile

Sweet

Fruity

Rich

Botanical/Floral

Delicate

Spicy

Wood/Rancio

Peat/Smoke

Nose

Salty sea spray, lemongrass, bonfires, caramelised banana, sweet sultanas.

Palate

Earthy peat, sticky dates, classic salt and pepper, fennel seed.

Finish

Drying oak and lingering smoke, honey.

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