Talisker – The Distillers Edition Distilled 1998 Bottled 2009 (70cl, 45.8%)

This is Talisker The Distillers Edition, a single malt from the Isle of Skye distilled in 1998 and bottled in 2009 at 45.8%, in a 70cl bottle. It belongs to the Classic Malts of Scotland selection. The whisky was matured in American and European oak, then finished for at least three months in Amoroso sherry casks. That finish adds fruity notes of sultanas and nuts, along with a syrupy character. It is typically described as pairing the smoky, maritime character of the distillery with fruity sherry notes.