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Talisker 10 Year
Single Malt — Islands, Scotland
Reviewed
January 24, 2019 (edited February 20, 2019)
Smoke is present on the nose, but a balanced application. Sweet smoke. Some vanilla toffee bourbon notes as well.
On the palate I find definite medicinal flavors, and a rich and pleasant shrimp sweetness with brine. Whereas Laphroaig is boldly sweet under the peat, this is a bit more elegant and subtle. Great balance and enjoyable.
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@cascode I can definitely see that. The salt/sea influence is definitely a prominent (and enjoyable) note in the Talisker. Will have to revisit the Springbank with that in mind as well when I get the chance. Cheers!
I always find a more "maritime" profile in Talisker compared to the other Inner Hebridean malts. I guess that the shrimp sweetness and brine you mention - OK, good call. If you still have any Springbank 15 left try a taste of this right after the 15 - they are different, but I've always detected a kind of similar DNA in Springbank and Talisker expressions.