Talisker 1989 Distillers Edition (Bottled 2002)

The Distillers Edition is an annual series from Talisker Distillery featuring a specific double-maturation profile. Early 1980s distillations bottled in the early 2000s are deeply nostalgic for collectors, carrying the classic "Classic Malts Selection" branding and map packaging. Distillery: Talisker Distillery, Isle of Skye Distilled: 1989 Bottled: 2002 Age: 13 Years Old Cask Profile: Double matured, finished for several months in rich Amoroso Sherry Cask Wood Batch Code: Batch No. TD-S: 5DP Specifications: Bottled at a standard strength of 45.8% ABV Brief Tasting Notes Finishing Talisker's intense, peppery coast spirit in sweet, nutty Amoroso sherry casks creates a stellar flavor balance. The rich sherry influence beautifully rounds out the volcanic spice and coastal smoke. Nose: Warming peat, raisiny, meaty and fruity aroma. It evolves with layers of dark cocoa, sea salt, and tobacco Palate: Thick and oil-slicked, delivering rich Christmas pudding fruit notes immediately pierced by an explosive wave of black pepper and sea brine Finish: Exceptionally long, powerful, and drying, leaving a persistent signature trail of chili chocolate, warm wood ash, and leather