Spirits Talk To Me

Talisker is one of the single-malt scotch whiskeys with the greatest pedigree. After all, how many scotch whiskeys can be the basis of other greats like Johnny Walker. It has an island-style peat nose with very distinctive peppery overtones. Those peppery tones get stronger as the drink approaches the lips and is quite prevalent in the flavor. It’s a light malt as it sits on the palette. However, the peppery nature is always prevalent. One of the most notable characteristics of this malt, as it is well-documented on almost everyone’s tastings, is the gentle warming sensation felt as it rolls from the throat to stomach.

This malt is definitely one to be served neat. Any alteration in the temperature or dilution will change the experience. This is possibly my favorite malt. I have yet to have the pleasure of any of Talisker’s other bottlings but they are on my list of must-finds.