Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
- Distillery
- Talisker
- Region
- Island
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 57.9%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £99.99
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Oily, Kippery, Medicinal
- Description
- Special Release 2020 from Talisker, bottled at a robust 57.9% ABV. Expect 'Smokey' and 'Kippery' notes, if the community tags are to be trusted. Priced at £99.99, it's either a collector's delight or just another island dram.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is a 8-year-old single malt from Talisker (Island, Scotland), bottled at 57.9% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — smokey, oily, kippery, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Special Release 2020 from Talisker, bottled at a robust 57.9% ABV. Expect 'Smokey' and 'Kippery' notes, if the community tags are to be trusted. Priced at £99.99, it's either a collector's delight or just another island dram.
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