For this exceptionally well-aged expression, Talisker partnered with Parley, a non-profit organisation that protects marine ecosystems around the globe. Talisker 44 12 months Previous ‘Forests of the Deep’ stayed in “marine oak casks” for a while.
Cask staves have been on board of Parley’s expedition ship, heading for sea kelp forests the Cape of Good Hope. Then, again in Scotland, the timber was fashioned into ten casks. They have been charred utilizing a small quantity of sustainably-farmed Scottish sea kelp and stave wooden shavings.
This new bottling takes the place of the Talisker 43 Years ‘Xpedition Oak’ because the oldest launch from this distillery, including an additional maritime character alongside the way in which.
Talisker 44 yo ‘Forests of the Deep’ (49,1%, OB 2022, marine oak casks, 1997 btl.)
Nostril: it begins actually contemporary, with citrusy notes popping out first. Lemon zest, lemongrass and yuzu. Then a tangy maritime odor seems, with fisherman’s nets, oysters and a few contemporary seaweed certainly. Salted peanuts with white pepper. Later heathery notes and rosemary come ahead. Refined resinous touches, in addition to some gentle ashes within the background. Barely extra high-pitched than I anticipated, however fairly excellent.
Mouth: a reasonably oily mixture of citrusy notes (zests and crystallized lemon) with black peppercorns and drops of natural extracts. Then heady resinous notes once more, with candle wax and a contact of aniseed. After some time iodine and seaweed develop into louder, with rising salty notes and heat spice. Very gentle cinnamon and cocoa sweetness beneath.
End: lengthy, on ashy notes and lingering peppery heat. Ultimately candy and salty notes are preventing for consideration.
The salty, umami-driven notes are actually main this Talisker. It’s the type of whisky that requires a close-by shore to make the largest impression. But even behind my laptop it makes me deeply comfortable, with a powerful freshness and vibrant character. Briefly, one other masterpiece from Talisker.
