Talisker 57 degrees North
Assessed on February 9, 2011
Craig's Home
Color: gold
Nose: salt, melon, hay, citrus, butternut, vanilla, and dried fruit.
Palate: dry, heather, oak, light peat, honey, pepper, tangy, & mint.
Finish: lingering, peppery, warm, slightly astringent, toffee.
Short comment: Love it!; Intriguing, peppery, very enjoyable; Concentrated whisky bomb!; Too hot straight; Could I have some more?
Would you buy it?  ($80 at duty free) 8 yes, 1 no
Club score: 89
Color
Amber.
Nose
Honey, caramel, apple toffee, cream and floral notes.
Flavor
Spicey, herbal, heather, tangy, and nutty.
Finish
Long, warm, hint of licorice, salt, tangy and spice.
Brief Comment
IED among whiskys - explosive and powerful.  It rocks your world! [words of Russ]
Our Score
94