Brand
Talisker
Age
20 years old
Expression
1982
Whisky type
Single Malt
Distillery
Talisker Distillery
Origin
Island, Scotland
Year distilled
1982
Year launched/bottled
2003
Limited edition
12,000 bottles
ABV.
58.80%
Source
Diageo
In collection

Review by Talisker

Nose

Some nose-prickle; charred toast and seaweed, traces of oil and over-ripe fruit. Scorched earth. Harbour aromas. Water brings up salt, spice. It has a Ônose warming' effect even when reduced.

Palate

Hot, peppery. Distant thunder. Seems to rumble and reverberate as the volcanic heat builds ever so slowly. Hot and salty when tasted straight, with smoke in the finish. Leaves the lips tingling. With water it becomes smooth and oily, nice balance of primary tastes, including saltiness.

Finish

A thunderflash. Medium to long, with a noticeable light smokiness at the back.

Note

A very 'maritime' example with plenty of Talisker character. Amber, with a green tinge. Medium to full bodied. Firm. Mighty impressive. Hot stuff.

Source: Diageo