Talisker 25 year old 2004 release
Review by Talisker
- Colour
Bright olive gold.
- Nose
Nose drying. Seaweed and old oranges, with smoke in the distance and some chalk. Surprisingly fruity and juicy, although with clear Talisker identity. With water almost soapy, a waxy sweetness. Smoke still present, but now more fragrant.
- Palate
Sweet and meek to start, with some acidity and saltiness. Extraordinary flavour development. Becomes dry, stony, minerally, dusty, toasty. Ground white pepper. Chillis.
- Finish
Medium to long, slightly bitter, drying finish with a warming effect. Vegetal. "Fades to an empty beach".
- Note
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Bright olive gold in colour. Firm in body, slippery-smooth. One of the most distinctive malts in an individualistic expression. "A classic Talisker with a chilli kick like a mule".
Source:
Diageo