Talisker Storm

I almost didn't like this at first, especially after the 10 year, but I think like it more. Each tasting reminds me more of Lagavulin. Charred meat, brine and salt. less fruit than the 10. This has grown on me with every single tasting. God damn you Talisker. God....damn you.

This bottle was my introduction to Talisker, so I'll always be fond of it, particularly because for a year or more my local liquor store sold this for $35-40 a bottle. It's a slightly rougher around the edges, higher intensity version of Talisker 10 in many ways, with the distillery's signature smoke and brine combination coming through immediately on the nose. The palate is flavorful and rich, and there the smoke is well balanced with the fullness of the malt. The finish is moderate in length but has some pepper and smoke. This one goes great with a cigar!

Mild smoke and spicy finish

More of a kick than the 10 year...