Talisker 2007 Distillers Edition (Bottled 2017)

Talisker, twice matured in Amoroso cask wood from 2007 to 2017. Calibration: Macallan 15. Not as bad as they say it is 😈. Honestly, probably the best item from today's tasting. True, the initial aroma was like dead fish, but the longer you experience it, the less it assaults the face and nose. Aroma: Initially challenging for me, but I persisted. Earthy, smoky, even a bit sweet. Taste: Sweet (surprising here), smoky, peaty, hints of seafood? Finish: Sharply sweet, pleasant, lingers for a long time.

Nose: Intense smoked meat, hints of salted caramel, ocean air, barrel spice. Palate: Sherry is prominent with light dried fruits like sultanas and apple, a burst of pineapple emerges at the end, the smoke is noticeable but never dominant. Finish: Satisfyingly long with dense smoke that intensifies, accompanied by a mild warmth. Notes: On subsequent sniffs, the meaty notes recede, allowing the sherry's fruitiness to come forward.