Isle of Skye Single Malt Prima & Ultima 37YO Bottled 2021
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As a highly aged, cask-strength single malt, this bottling is fully matured and ready to be savored now, though it will remain in pristine condition for several decades if kept sealed in a cool, dark place.
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Smoked salmon, high-quality dark chocolate, mature blue cheese
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The Talisker 37 Year Old, released in 2021 as part of Diageo's prestigious Prima & Ultima series, represents an extraordinary moment in the history of the Isle of Skye's oldest distillery. Distilled in 1984 and matured in a select handful of refill American oak casks, this ultra-rare single malt was hand-selected by Master Blender Maureen Robinson for its remarkable preservation of Talisker's maritime energy alongside an astonishingly elegant maturity. Over nearly four decades of resting on the windswept shores of Loch Harport, the distillery's signature fiery black pepper and intense peat smoke have softened into a complex tapestry of antique leather, sea salt, sweet beeswax, and delicate tropical fruit notes. It stands as a liquid archive of a bygone distilling era, showcasing the sublime transformation of Skye's rugged spirit over time.
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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.