Talisker Special Release 2023

A surge of warmth rises through the current, radiating a sweet, charred undertone. The crash of sea salt spray against the ship's bow relights the fire of exploration in determined sailors. Against an unforgiving sea the caravel, an iconic Portuguese sea vessel, forges on, braving harsh elements to reach the farthest corners of the earth.
Exploring the harmony between grace and power, our Malt Master pays homage to the Portuguese origins of these great seafarer's ships, by finishing this supreme maritime whisky in a combination of Ruby, White, and Tawny port casks. Reigniting our own passion for exploration, this unusual combination of casks brings uncanny balance to a tumultuous Talisker.
Rich, bright gold lights the fires of desire, and clear white maritime notes of sea air carry hints of oyster shells, salt, and sand dunes on a spicy and peaty base. Surging through them come rich, sweet hints of white grape, dark fruit, and dry tannin. In the mouth, these characters merge as one creamy-smooth richly fruity taste, with waves of saltiness, smoke and spice crashing through the intense finish.