Region
Scotland
Founded
1830
Products
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Avg. Price
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Heritage
196+ years of heritage
Owner
Diageo
ABV Range
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Awards
3 recognised
Signature Profile
Flavour Profile
Profile based on regional characteristics and distillery style. Individual expressions may vary.
From Source to Spirit
Production Process
Malting
5–7 daysBarley is soaked in water, allowed to germinate, then dried in a kiln. Peat may be used for smoky character.
Mashing
6–8 hoursThe malted barley is ground into grist and mixed with hot water in a mash tun to extract fermentable sugars.
Fermentation
48–120 hoursThe sugary wort is transferred to washbacks (wooden or steel) where yeast converts sugars to alcohol.
Distillation
6–8 hours × 2The wash is distilled twice (or thrice) in copper pot stills. The still shape profoundly influences the spirit's character.
Maturation
3–50+ yearsNew make spirit enters oak casks — ex-bourbon, sherry, wine or virgin oak — and matures in the warehouse.
Bottling
Final stageAfter reaching optimal maturity, the whisky is vatted or bottled as single cask, diluted to strength and packaged.
The Story of Talisker
Talisker is the oldest working distillery on the Isle of Skye and the only one on the island. It produces a powerful, peppery single malt with maritime character that Robert Louis Stevenson described as "the king o' drinks." The distillery overlooks Loch Harport with views of the Cuillin mountain range.
Recognition & Excellence
Awards & Achievements
Talisker Flagship Expression
World Whiskies Awards
Talisker Reserve
International Spirits Challenge
Talisker Special Edition
San Francisco World Spirits
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About Talisker Distillery
Talisker is located in Carbost, Isle of Skye, Scotland, established in 1830. Currently owned by Diageo, the distillery is known for producing exceptional spirits that reflect its unique terroir and heritage.
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