Talisker 1982, 20 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 38 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Scorched earth. Harbour aromas. Seaweed. Palate Distant thunder. Seems to rumble and reverberate as the volcanic heat builds ever so slowly. Hot, slightly sour, peppery. Very tightly combined flavours, reluctant to unfurl. When they did, the earth moved. Finish Quite quick and sharp. A thunderflash. Comment Doesn't sound enjoyable? You bet it was.

Dave Broom Nose Light smoke. A complex, slightly restrained nose. Putty, macadamia, moorland, sooty chimney, wet seaweed. Palate Delivers all its complexities here. Soft mouthfeel, mixing gentle oak, heather, sweet pear-like fruits then a powerful dark smokiness. Finish Iodine. Long. sweet. Comment As subtle a Talisker as you'll come across.