Nose: Magnificent - it is like you got teleported to the shore of Talisker distillery with a single sniff. Oyster shell and the creaminess of oyster, sea water, hint of peat and smoke,scent of grass and almond. You are basically facing the sea from the distillery. With water the more fruity characters like tangerine and grapefruit become more visible. Palate: I like the nose more but it is still great. Some licorice comes in, continues to be peaty and salty. Some lemon peels and grapefruit as well. Finish: Some woody notes come out but it is more of smoke and peat. Definitely a very high quality Talisker despite the relatively high cost, a great presentation of the best characteristics from the distillery.