Talisker 20 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2002)
- Distillery
- Talisker
- Region
- Island
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 62%
- Age
- 20 years
- Price
- £1999
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Chocolate, Dried Fruit, Nutty, Toasted
- Description
- Talisker 20 Year Old distilled in 1981 and bottled in 2002 as part of a 9,000-bottle special release. This Skye island single malt represents a key vintage from the distillery's heritage.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Talisker 20 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2002) is a 20-year-old single malt from Talisker (Island, Scotland), bottled at 62% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, old wood, chocolate, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Talisker 20 Year Old distilled in 1981 and bottled in 2002 as part of a 9,000-bottle special release. This Skye island single malt represents a key vintage from the distillery's heritage.
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