{"title":"Talisker | Isle of Skye","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Talisker_Distillery_Banner.jpg?v=1776979359\" alt=\"Talisker Distillery on the Isle of Skye\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to know what the Isle of Skye tastes like, just pour a glass of Talisker. This is a whisky \"Made by the Sea,\" and it doesn't just say that on the label—you can taste the geography in every drop. Established in 1830 by the MacAskill brothers on the shores of Loch Harport, it remains the oldest working distillery on the island and a true icon of the Hebrides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalisker occupies a unique middle ground in the world of peat. It isn't as medicinal or \"boggy\" as the Islay heavyweights, but it has a much sharper, more confrontational edge than the mainland malts. The signature house style is defined by three things: a gentle, earthy smoke, a distinct maritime salinity (like sea spray on a cold day), and a legendary \"chilli-catch\"—a cracked black pepper heat that hits the back of the throat on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you’ll find the benchmark Talisker 10-Year-Old, a staple for any serious bar, alongside more intense expressions like Talisker Storm, which leans into the wilder, more elemental side of the distillery. For those who prefer a bit of sweetness with their salt, the Distillers Edition—finished in Amoroso sherry casks—offers a rich, dried-fruit contrast to the coastal fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalisker is a rugged, honest, and intensely evocative malt. It’s the perfect companion for a brisk coastal walk or a quiet night by the fire when you want a dram with a bit of \"teeth.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"talisker-port-ruighe-single-island-malt-scotch-whisky","title":"Talisker Port Ruighe Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eIf you’ve ever wondered what happens when a rugged islander goes on holiday to the Douro Valley, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"97\"\u003ePort Ruighe\u003c\/b\u003e is the answer. This expression is a toast to the Scottish traders who braved the high seas to bring Port wine back to the Isle of Skye. By taking the classic, spicy Talisker spirit and double-maturing it in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eRuby Port\u003c\/b\u003e pipes, the distillery has created a fascinating tug-of-war between salt and sugar. The initial nose is all about that familiar maritime smoke and wood-fire embers, but it’s quickly rounded off by a lush sweetness—think ripe plums, dark cherries, and a hint of chocolate. On the palate, it’s a big, oily dram. The signature Talisker \"chilli-catch\" is still very much present, but the pepper is softened by layers of forest fruits and creamy toffee. It finishes with a long, satisfying cocoa-rich dryness and a lingering wisp of smoke. It’s a sophisticated, \"after-dinner\" style of Talisker that manages to be both powerful and surprisingly pretty.[#intro]A rich fusion of Skye sea salt and Portuguese sweetness, finished in ruby port casks...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talisker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40160961527875,"sku":"TALISKERPORTRUIGHE","price":58.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/TaliskerPortRuighe.jpg?v=1662055410"},{"product_id":"talisker-storm-single-malt-scotch-whisky","title":"Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eIf the standard Talisker 10-year-old is a brisk walk on the beach, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003eTalisker Storm\u003c\/b\u003e is what happens when the clouds roll in and the Atlantic really starts to throw itself at the rocks. Launched in 2013, this expression was designed to take the distillery’s signature \"chilli-catch\" and sea-salt character and turn them up to eleven. By using a mix of rejuvenated and refill American oak casks, the distillery has created a dram that feels more raw and elemental. It’s a \"No Age Statement\" release, but don't let that fool you; the focus here is entirely on the intensity of the spirit. The nose is immediately hit by a powerful, fresh-clean aroma that grows in complexity - think sweet maltiness moving rapidly into woodsmoke, brine, and a sharp explosion of black pepper. On the palate, it’s thick and mouth-coating. It starts with a mellow sweetness that is quickly overtaken by a nutty smokiness and that legendary spicy heat. It finishes dry and lingering, leaving you with the taste of light, peaty embers. It’s a bold, honest whisky that puts you right at the heart of the Hebrides. [#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA dark, brooding member of the Talisker family, capturing the elemental power of a Skye storm...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talisker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41538064252995,"sku":"TALISKERSTORM","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/TaliskerStormBt.jpg?v=1717927792"},{"product_id":"talisker-the-wild-explorer-cask-strength-single-malt-scotch-whisky","title":"Talisker 'The Wild Explorer' Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eIf you want to see what Talisker looks like with the shackles off, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003eThe Wild Explorador\u003c\/b\u003e is it. This 2023 Special Release is a tribute to the Portuguese caravels that once braved the Atlantic, and it celebrates that connection by finishing the classic Skye spirit in a combination of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"282\"\u003eRuby, White, and Tawny Port\u003c\/b\u003e casks. At a natural cask strength of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003e59.7%\u003c\/b\u003e, this isn't just a whisky; it's an event. The triple-port finish brings an incredible, glowing gold colour and a depth of fruit that you rarely find in the standard range. On the nose, you get the familiar sea-salt spray and sand dunes, but it’s immediately met by sticky malt loaf, dates, and dried sultanas. On the palate, it is creamy and powerful. The legendary Talisker \"chilli-catch\" is there, but it’s transformed into a mouth-cooling Sichuan pepper heat, balanced by waves of dark fruit, white grape, and a hint of gunpowder smoke. It’s a complex, tumultuous dram that proves even a \"Wild Explorer\" can find perfect balance. This is Talisker at its most adventurous and uninhibited. [#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA surge of sea-salt and smoke, double-matured in a trio of Ruby, White and Tawny Port...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Talisker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41540057694275,"sku":"A23TALISKERSPRCASKSTRENGTH","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/TaliskerWildExplorador2023Bt.jpg?v=1717938115"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/Talisker_Collection_Image.jpg?v=1776979437","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/talisker.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}