Talisker Dark Storm is dubbed as the smokiest single malt produced by the isle of Skye distillery. But for lovers of peat, how does it fare?
Exclusive for the travel retail sector, the no age statement whisky is the younger sibling of Talisker Storm which was released in 2013. Talisker Dark Storm is bottled at 45.8% ABV and matured in heavily charred American oak casks.
Talisker Dark Storm Tasting Notes
- Region: Isle of Skye, Scotland
- ABV: 45.8%
- Colour: Dark amber in colour,
- Nose: The nose is initially sweet with butterscotch and honey followed by briny salty notes and peat smoke at the end.
- Palate: The palate exhibits some vanilla and butterscotch sweetness progressing to sea salt and seaweed, earthy at times with a hint of nuttiness before it end with salty and smoky notes.
- Finish: The finish is long, warming and lingers with sea salt then spice and ends with a peppery kick on the smoky finish.
Overall, this is a fine dram for fans of peated whisky but don’t expect the peat – either on the nose or the palate – to be significantly bolder than that of Talisker Storm. Nonetheless it is an enjoyable single malt whisky that is worth keeping an eye out for in your travels.
Talisker Dark Storm is available in travel retail in 1 litre bottles.
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This article was originally published on April 8, 2015 on our sister website Gourmantic.
