Talisker 1988 8 Years Single Malt Whisky

Talisker 1988 Soh

Talisker

Isle of Skye · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
8 years
ABV
45%
Volume
50 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Talisker
Distillation Year
1988
Bottling Year
1996

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Lowest Price:€158.82(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Eva Clarke

Eva Clarke

May 27, 2026, 04:53:48

Wow, just had a sip of this stuff. It’s like standing on a rocky beach with a fresh sea breeze 🌊. The first thing that hits you is this stunning, pure coastal freshness, salty and peaty, but then it opens up to these lovely delicate coastal notes. It feels... naked, you know? Like a brilliantly clean, simplified version of the sea itself. There’s a hint of citrus oils and smoked teas in the nose, which is simply and charming. The taste is gently fruity, maybe soft green fruits and dried green fruits, with this light herbal note, almost like a pale white wine. But then the Talisker peppery impressions come in—that velvety peppery quality just creeps up on you, glowing with power from behind. It’s a perfect interplay of fruit and that peaty vibe. The finish is long, with a bit of eucalyptus and that herbal tea note lingering, alongside the salty, peaty qualities. Honestly, it feels like a stripped back, naked version, full of pure coastal freshness. Really lovely evolution in the glass. ✨

Jackson Smith

Jackson Smith

May 3, 2026, 16:51:09

Oh, this whisky's got a right lovely warmth to it! Starts with a smoky hug, like bonfire embers on a chilly night. 🌧️ Then comes a touch of honey sweetness, smooth as silk. 😊 Sometimes I catch a whiff of vanilla, almost like grandma's baking. Finish is long and cozy, makes you wanna curl up by the fire. 🥃 Bit of a fruity note pops up too, nice surprise that.

Carmen Ross

Carmen Ross

May 1, 2026, 14:51:06

Oaky n smoky, like a bonfire in autumn 🍂 Hint of vanilla n dried fruits, kinda like Christmas cake Warm n smooth, coats the mouth y’know? 🥃 Long finish, lingers with sweet sherry notes n a tickle of spice 🔥 S’lovely, just sips away nice an easy 💨

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