Isle of Skye Single Malt Distillers Edition Double Matured TD-S: 5HT Bottled 2005
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As a distilled spirit, this bottle is ready to enjoy upon release and will remain stable indefinitely if stored unopened in a cool, dark place. Once opened, it is best consumed within 1 to 2 years to preserve its complex aromatic profile.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
blue cheese, smoked salmon, dark chocolate
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Talisker's Distillers Edition represents a harmonious marriage of rugged maritime peat and luscious Spanish sherry sweetness. This specific release, double matured and finished in Amoroso sherry casks, carries the batch code TD-S: 5HT and was bottled in 2005. The double maturation process takes the classic, fiery, peat-and-pepper character of the Isle of Skye's historic distillery and softens it with rich, fruity, and nutty notes from the seasoned Amoroso wood. According to local lore, the wild, wind-swept shores of Carbost infuse the maturing spirit with its signature sea-salt tang, which beautifully contrasts with the decadent, dried-fruit sweetness of the sherry finish. It is a legendary expression that showcases how Skye's coastal terroir interacts with traditional Spanish cooperage.
🍾 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.