Isle of Skye Single Malt 25YO Bottled 2009
⏳ wine.drinking_window
As a fully matured Scotch whisky, it is ready to drink upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely if stored upright, cool, and away from direct sunlight.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roquefort blue cheese, high-quality dark chocolate, smoked wild salmon
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The Talisker 25 Year Old Bottled in 2009 is a majestic expression of the Isle of Skye's rugged, wind-swept terroir. Distilled at the historic Carbost distillery, this single malt spent a quarter of a century maturing in traditional oak casks before being bottled at cask strength in 2009. This long slumber tempers Talisker's trademark fiery pepper and intense peat smoke, weaving them into a sophisticated tapestry of maritime salt, beeswax, dried orange peel, and gentle warming spice. The distillery's unique wooden worm tubs and U-shaped wash stills impart a rich, oily texture that carries the coastal influence beautifully, offering a liquid history of Skye's dramatic cliffs and crashing Atlantic waves.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1830 by brothers Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill, Talisker Distillery is located in Carbost on the Isle of Skye, Scotland (Carbost, Isle of Skye, IV47 8SR, United Kingdom; official website: https://www.malts.com/en-row/distilleries/talisker). As the oldest operating distillery on Skye, Talisker is world-renowned for its distinctive maritime character, combining intense peat smoke, sea salt, and a trademark fiery, black pepper finish. The distillery's unique five-still setup and traditional wooden worm tubs contribute to the oily, full-bodied texture of its spirit. Today, under Diageo's ownership, Talisker continues to produce highly coveted single malts, including its classic 10 Year Old, the elegant 18 Year Old, and exceptional older releases like the 25 Year Old and the rare Bodega Series.