TALISKER 18 Year Old comes from Isle of Skye region in Scotland. Talisker distillery is something you either love or hate. They produce whisky that has strong character, very powerful coastal notes. It was hugely well received by just about everyone, it took the title Best Whisky in the World at the 2007 World Whiskies Awards too. The nose is quite clean and fresh. There is a mixed fruity sweetness with a spicy character. The peat and smoke rise with notes of perfume and thick oak. Hints of Calvados and a touch of acidity with ground ginger. The palate is thick and rich and full-bodied. Notes of spicy, peppery oak, espresso beans and wood smoke. A little allspice creeps in, there is a certain zesty character lurking somewhere. The spice builds and builds with utter intent. The finish is long and with peppery oak. Tasting Notes: Colour: Dark amber Nose: Hints of sherry, lots of peat and salty fresh sea air. Fresh and round. Bit acid. Hints of red fruits with lemons on a camp fire. Finish: Rich and full. Starts with peat and fruits. Seaweed comes in at some point. Surprisingly soft and smooth for a Talisker. Peppers and coffee notes rise from the back, with glimpses of delicate smoke. Amazingly enough, the smoothness continues. Peat is very much presented again. Sherry and oak on the side. Peppery malt with zesty oranges.