Talisker 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 2023 Special Release

Color: A deep amber, reminiscent of a setting sun over the rugged shores of the Isle of Skye, foretelling the rich and matured character within. Nose: As the aroma unfolds, coastal influences take center stage – briny sea breeze and a touch of seaweed meet the nose, followed by an inviting wisp of peat smoke. Dried fruits emerge, accompanied by a subtle vanilla sweetness that hints at the 12-year maturation. It's a captivating introduction, promising a complex and rewarding tasting experience. Palate: The first sip unveils a beautifully orchestrated symphony of flavors. A robust peat smoke sweeps over the palate, intertwined with a honeyed sweetness that conjures visions of a coastal bonfire. Orchard fruits come to life, with ripe apples, pears, and a citrusy zest playing harmoniously. A gentle undercurrent of black pepper adds a nuanced spiciness, contributing to the whisky's depth and complexity. Mouthfeel: The velvety and well-rounded mouthfeel accentuates the 12-year maturation, delivering a luxurious experience that coats the palate. Each sip is a journey, allowing the whisky's intricate layers to unfold and linger. Finish: The finish is a testament to Talisker's signature style – a warm and lingering smokiness that gracefully persists. The aftertaste echoes the coastal character, leaving a satisfying and memorable trail. It's a final salute to the craftsmanship and artistry that defines this special release.

This brilliant Talisker 11 Year Old was distilled on the Isle of Skye and matured in first and second fill bourbon barrels before bottling for Diageo's Special Releases 2022. It brings a light spicy flavor along with notes of campfire, seaweed, freshly cut grass and building smoke.
The Talisker Distillers Edition is a Talisker 10 year aged a further 12 months in ex-amoroso sherry casks. Amoroso is a blend out of Jerez, Spain where bodega workers would add a touch of Pedro Ximenez sherry to their bottles of Oloroso sherry, to make it more loveable, or “amoroso,” for their wives.Talisker distillery is an island single malt Scotch whisky distillery based in Carbost, Scotland on the Minginish Peninsula on the Isle of Skye.
Aged for ten years, this limited edition single malt scotch whisky was finished in Amoroso sherry casks.
The price of a Talisker whisky is swayed by market demand and supply, influenced by numerous factors including rarity, age, branding, economic conditions, and consumer preferences, all of which are unpredictable. Even in the near future, market behavior can be capricious.
In 1925, the consortium became Distillers Company (D.C.L.), one of the ancestors of Diageo, who now owns the distillery.
Established in 1830 by brothers Hugh MacAskill of Eigg and Kenneth MacGaskill, Talisker whisky has been made by the sea in the oldest Single Malts Scotch Whisky distillery on the shores of the Isle of Skye, some of the most remote, rugged, yet beautiful landscapes in Scotland.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 55%
*Please note that the ABV may vary