T A L Be K E R 10 Years
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Overview
Talisker 10 Year Old is the flagship single malt from Scotland's Isle of Skye, delivering a bold interplay of fruity sweetness, peaty smoke, and maritime spice that has made it a staple for seasoned whisky drinkers seeking an everyday dram with character.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| ABV | 43% |
| Mashbill | 100% Malted Barley |
| Release Info | Core range expression from Talisker Distillery, founded 1830 and rebuilt post-1960 fire with replica stills to retain signature profile |
| Age | 10 Years |
Good to know
As the sole distillery on the Isle of Skye and owned by Diageo, Talisker emphasizes its rugged heritage through exact replication of original stills after a 1960 fire, ensuring the whisky's distinctive peppery and smoky traits endure. It's positioned as an ideal step-up for those beyond introductory whiskies, offering complexity without overwhelming intensity.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Layers of autumn fruits including apples, pears, and oranges mingle with peaty smoke, sea salt, cinnamon, and spice.
- Palate: Bold pepper and spice lead, backed by smoky depth and continued autumn fruit notes for a warming, maritime punch.
- Finish: Lingering pepper heat softens into cinnamon sweetness, with moderate length.
Notable details
- Production: Distilled on the Isle of Skye, matured to 10 years, presented at standard strength without chill filtration noted.
- Lineage: Talisker Distillery established 1830, rebuilt 1960s to preserve unique still shapes and flavors.
- Availability: Widely available in the USA, UK, Europe, and beyond, though some enthusiasts note batch variability in recent years.
"Talisker 10 Year Old is a delicious, popular whisky with complex fruit, smoke, and spice flavors, perfect for cold weather sipping." – Whisky Critic
Closing
A reliable Skye island classic for those who appreciate smoke tempered by fruit and spice in daily rotation.
Sources
[1] Whiskycritic – "Talisker 10 Year Old"
[2] Drinkhacker – "Review: Talisker 10 Years Old"
[3] Adventuresinwhiskey – "Talisker 10-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review"
[4] Thirtyonewhiskey – "Whisky Review: Talisker 10 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky"
[5] Whiskeyreviewer – "Talisker 10 Year Old Scotch Review – The Whiskey Reviewer"