Name: Talisker 10 Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Color: Light brown
Nose: Malt barley, sea salt, pepper
Taste: Brine, peat, pepper, barley
Review:
Talisker 10 is a well-known and classic Scotch from the Isle of Skye in Scotland. It is a name brand when it comes to Scotch Whisky. So, if you do not know it, or have not tried it, I recommend you experience it. The Talisker Distillery was found in 1830 and is located in Carbost, Isle of Skye.
Being so close the ocean it states it is “Made by the Sea” and is a fun play on words. I get the sea taste in the scotch but I also get it from Old Putney which is located even more North in Wick, Scotland. The Talisker 10 is the baseline or benchmark of the expressions. Other expressions include; 18, 25, 30-year-old, Storm, Skye, Dark Storm, Distiller Edition, 75 North, Port Ruighe, and Neist Pint. I have sampled the 18-year old and I will be doing reviews on the Skye and the Storm soon.
I received a 3-pack sampler when I was in Scotland from cousin and I enjoyed each of them while I was spending a few days in a hotel in Edinburgh. Talisker 10 can be a little harsh for some, but the 10 years and a little water soften it out. Aged in American Oak, a single malt, and bottle at 45% it is a requirement of any good whisky bar or home bar. It also tastes much better when you drink it in Scotland for some strange reason.
Price around $60 and well worth the money if you like this flavor profile or need a nice gift.
If you like it, drink it! – Christopher
If you like it, drink it!
