Isle of Skye Single Malt Prima & Ultima 41YO Bottled 2021
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As an exceptionally aged, ultra-premium single malt bottled at its peak, this whisky is ready to be savored immediately upon release and will remain in pristine condition indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Rich dark chocolate, mature blue cheese, roasted venison
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Part of Diageo's prestigious Prima & Ultima collection, this extraordinary 41-year-old single malt from the Talisker Distillery on the Isle of Skye is a liquid time capsule. Distilled in 1979—a year of transition and historic significance for the distillery—and bottled in 2021, this expression represents some of the last remaining drops from a golden era of production. Aged in refill American oak casks, it showcases the legendary maritime character of Skye, softened and deepened by more than four decades of maturation. The nose reveals a delicate dance of sea salt, sweet peat smoke, and waxiness, while the palate delivers an incredibly complex, oily texture with notes of white pepper, dried fruit, and a lingering, elegant smoky finish. This rare bottling captures the rugged soul of the Cuillin Hills and the relentless Atlantic winds that shape the distillery's coastal terroir.
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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.