Talisker 1975 25 Year Old

Talisker 18 Year Old

I have never tasted Talisker 18yr before. I stumbled across a Talisker three pack of 20cl bottles: 10yr, '92 Distiller's Edition, and 18yr. I am really excited about tasting these whiskies, as Talisker is a real crowd favorite. Talisker 18yr is bottled at 45.8% ABV. Nose: Much subtler than the 10yr. Much more Highland Park-esque. This is very...

Score 89/100

Talisker 10 Year Old

Eversince I started drinking whisky, I've been wanting this one. When I got my hands on it the first time I was so delighted I couldn't wait to open it up. What I did instead was leaving it for 2 months without opening, because I find it odd to open a bottle without ending another one first. But I couldn't resist afterall! Legs: long and fat,...

Score 88/100

Talisker 27 Years 1985 - 2013 Release

Diageo has come up with this marketing gimmick designed to bankrupt the average whisky fan. It's called the Special Release. Every year they release a series of expressions from their portfolio which are increasingly being priced beyond the realm of ridiculousness. Sure there are a couple of average priced malts in there but by and large expect to...

Score 88/100

Talisker 10 Year Old

Nose: Sea salt and peat immediately hit the nose, followed by spices. There's something else as well... a hint of fish, seriously! A pleasant nose that reminds me of the sea. Taste: Delicious. Fruity and spicy with sweet hints of toffee and caramel appearing. That smokiness is there, you'd expect it with Talisker, but it's not too overpowering....

Score 93/100