Isle of Skye Single Malt 57 Degrees North
⏳ Drinking Window
As a distilled spirit bottled at high strength, this whisky does not age in the bottle and is ready to be enjoyed upon release. Once opened, it will remain in peak condition for several years if sealed properly.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
raw oysters, smoked duck, mature cheddar cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Named after the precise latitude of the Carbost distillery on the Isle of Skye, Talisker 57° North is a powerful single malt that captures the raw, elemental beauty of its rugged coastal home. Bottled at a robust 57% ABV to match its geographic coordinate, this expression is matured in American oak casks, allowing the distillery's signature maritime character to shine through with intense concentration. The spirit is crafted using Talisker's traditional five-still configuration and wooden worm tubs, which impart a signature oily texture. It weaves a rich sensory tale of explosive peat smoke, sea spray, sweet malt, and a fiery, black pepper finish that pays homage to the legendary storms of the Inner Hebrides.
🍾 About the Producer
Perched on the rugged shores of Loch Harport on the Minginish Peninsula of the Isle of Skye, Talisker stands as the island's oldest operating single malt Scotch whisky distillery. Established in 1830 by brothers Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill, the distillery has continually navigated fires, isolation, and shifting industry tides while retaining its fierce maritime identity. Talisker's microclimate is distinctly Hebridean, defined by relentless coastal winds, saline sea air, and peaty soft water drawn from Cnoc nan Speireag. The distillation setup is uniquely configured: five copper pot stills with distinctive U-shaped lye pipes and exterior wooden worm tubs encourage copper contact and sulphur removal, yet foster a rich, muscular body. Medium-peated malt pairs with this distillation geometry to produce Talisker's unmistakable signature of briny sea spray, cracked black pepper, dried fruit, and warming smoke, epitomized by its classic 10 Year Old, venerable 25 and 30 Year Old editions, and experimental coastal cask maturations.