Talisker 57º North
Gremlin in a glass
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Review by @markjedi1
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The 57° North obviously refers to the latitude of the distillery on Skye and is the only Talisker available at cask strength (57%, doh!). While it has no age statement, we do know that it matured on American refill bourbon casks. It is offered in 1 liter bottles in the travel retail segment, but you can also find it at the better retail stores. It comes with a compass…
The nose is simply marvellous. After a few minutes of patience, you’ll be catapulted all the way to a rocky and windy coast. Sea weed, bonfire, spent matches and wonderful lime. This one seems to contain a power that is ready to explode on the palate (I hope). The signature pepper sulks in the corner. Unless you dare to pour a few drops of water. Then the pepper screams like there is no tomorrow. Talk about your Gremlin!
It is very creamy on the palate and warms the mouth immediately. The quiet pepper explodes! Very fruity attack, but soon those tastes are overpowered by smoke and especially the pepper, that leaves absolutely no doubt whatsoever on who runs this particular show. That other typical Talisker aroma, sea salt, joins in as well. Yep, this is not for kiddo’s, boys and girls. The high ABV simply sets you on fire. I kid you not, I’m actually breaking a sweat! Adding water brings out more peat, with pepper in close pursuit.
The finish is hot and drying. With water, it’s is actually a salt- and pepper bomb!
I received this sample from our good friend @lucadanna1985 and am very grateful for it. This is one outstanding Talisker. Off to the shower, now. Djeezes!
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this review puts mine on shame mate! :) I must pour myself a glass of this right now!