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The only distillery on Skye once there were 7 Talisker distillery was founded by the Mac Askill brothers in 1830. Though they provided some much-needed employment they incurred the wrath of the nearby church. His curse seemed to work as the siblings soon sold up and, during the nineteenth century Talisker passed through a number of owners. It had one fan though: Robert Louis Stevenson, who described it as: The King o drinks, as I conceive it, Talisker, Isla or Glenlivet. Today Talisker survives, much because of its ingenuity and popularity. Appearance: Bright olive gold. Nose: Nose drying. Seaweed and old oranges, with smoke in the distance and some chalk. Surprisingly fruity and juicy, although with clear Talisker identity. With water almost soapy, a waxy sweetness. Smoke still present, but now more fragrant. Body: Firm. Slippery smooth. Palate: Sweet and meek to start, with some acidity and saltiness. Extraordinary flavour development. Becomes dry, stony, minerally, dusty, toasty. Ground white pepper. Chillies. Finish: Medium to long, slightly bitter, drying finish with a warming effect. Vegetal. |
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