A combination of Ruby, White and Tawny Port pipes finishes this cask-strength expression, part of Diageo's 2023 Special Releases collection themed around 'Spirited Xchange', bringing together Talisker's rugged coastal character with the luscious sweetness of Portuguese fortified wine. Clear maritime notes of sea air carry hints of oyster shell, salt and sand dune on a spicy, peaty base, developing rich, sweet hints of white grape, dark fruit and dry tannin, merging in the mouth into one creamy-smooth, richly fruity taste where waves of saltiness, smoke and spice crash through an intense finish that embraces but never tames the classic Talisker character.

Character

Sea Air & Oyster Shell

Sea Air & Oyster Shell

Signature maritime intensity

Salted Plum

Salted Plum

Rich Port cask sweetness

Dark Fruit & Dry Tannin

Dark Fruit & Dry Tannin

Deep, layered complexity

White Grape Sweetness

White Grape Sweetness

Bright, fortified wine influence

Cask Strength Power

Cask Strength Power

Formidable 59.7% ABV

Ruby, White & Tawny Port Finish

Ruby, White & Tawny Port Finish

Triple Port pipe maturation

Talisker Special Releases 2023 Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl

Vendor: Talisker
Availability: In Stock
Product Type: Whisky
Ruby, White & Tawny Port Finish
Ruby, White & Tawny Port Finish Cask Strength Release
59.7%
59.7% Where Coast Meets Portugal
Isle of Skye, Scotland
Isle of Skye, Scotland 2023 Special Release
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A combination of Ruby, White and Tawny Port pipes finishes this cask-strength expression, part of Diageo's 2023 Special Releases collection themed around 'Spirited Xchange', bringing together Talisker's rugged coastal character with the luscious sweetness of Portuguese fortified wine. Clear maritime notes of sea air carry hints of oyster shell, salt and sand dune on a spicy, peaty base, developing rich, sweet hints of white grape, dark fruit and dry tannin, merging in the mouth into one creamy-smooth, richly fruity taste where waves of saltiness, smoke and spice crash through an intense finish that embraces but never tames the classic Talisker character.

Character

Sea Air & Oyster Shell

Sea Air & Oyster Shell

Signature maritime intensity

Salted Plum

Salted Plum

Rich Port cask sweetness

Dark Fruit & Dry Tannin

Dark Fruit & Dry Tannin

Deep, layered complexity

White Grape Sweetness

White Grape Sweetness

Bright, fortified wine influence

Cask Strength Power

Cask Strength Power

Formidable 59.7% ABV

Ruby, White & Tawny Port Finish

Ruby, White & Tawny Port Finish

Triple Port pipe maturation

    Tasting Notes

    Appearance

    Rich bright gold colour. Warm, intense hue. Clear and bright. Distinctive cask-strength special release look.


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    Aroma

    Maritime sea air leads first. Oyster shell follows closely. Salt and sand dune beneath. Spicy, peaty bouquet.

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    Palate

    Rich, sweet entry throughout. White grape develops next. Dark fruit and dry tannin present. Creamy-smooth overall.

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    Finish

    Intense departure. Saltiness, smoke and spice crash through. Fruity overall. Robust, unforgettable close.

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    Specification

    Attribute Details
    Type Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Special Release
    ABV (Alcohol by Volume) 59.7% vol (cask strength)
    Volume 70cl
    Cask Finish Ruby, White, and Tawny Port pipes
    Region Isle of Skye, Scotland
    Release Year 2023
    Storage Store upright at room temperature, away from direct light
    Serving Suggestion Enjoy neat or with a few drops of water

    How to Enjoy

    • Serve neat to fully experience its cask-strength intensity.
    • Add a few drops of water to open up the fruit and tannin.
    • Rest in the glass for several minutes before tasting.
    • Store upright at room temperature, away from sunlight.
    • Pair with dark chocolate or a fine cigar.
    • Ideal for whisky collectors and serious Talisker enthusiasts.

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    FAQs

    What theme did Diageo's 2023 Special Releases collection follow?

    The collection was themed 'Spirited Xchange', and this Talisker release specifically explored 'where the rugged coast meets the bountiful valleys of Portugal' through its Port cask finishing.

    What is the ABV of Talisker Special Releases 2023?

    It's bottled at cask strength, 59.7% ABV, notably higher than the standard 10 Year Old expression.

    What Port casks are used to finish this whisky?

    It's finished in a combination of Ruby, White and Tawny Port pipes, adding rich fruit sweetness to Talisker's classic maritime character.

    What does Talisker Special Releases 2023 taste like?

    Expect maritime sea air with oyster shell and salt, developing into rich sweet notes of white grape and dark fruit, finishing with intense waves of saltiness, smoke and spice.

    Is this a limited edition Talisker release?

    Yes, it's part of Diageo's annual Special Releases series, making it a sought-after bottling for whisky collectors.

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