The Talisker 8 Year Old “Tidal Churn” is a distinguished single malt Scotch whisky, part of Diageo’s 2024 Special Releases collection. This limited edition is matured in stone-spun and re-toasted American oak casks, a unique process where barrels are filled with wet stones and rotated to polish away the char layer before re-toasting.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Aromas of cooking apples, warm bread, cider vinegar, rock pools, soot, pebbles, and crisp white wine. With water, sweet vanilla notes reminiscent of Snowball fondant or Fluff emerge.
• Palate: Smooth and creamy texture with flavors of vanilla syrup, sticky toffee sauce, baked apples, eucalyptus, and white pepper. A subtle ‘catch’ in the finish is characteristic of Talisker. Adding water introduces a fruity-sweet, almost tropical note, akin to pineapple.
• Finish: Long-lasting with lingering notes of spice and subtle sweetness.

Specifications:

• Age: 8 years
• ABV: 58.7% (117.4 proof)
• Cask Type: Stone-spun and re-toasted American oak casks
• Price: Approximately $105 USD

This expression showcases Talisker’s signature maritime character, with underlying flavors of pear, apple, seaweed, pepper, and spice.

The innovative cask treatment enhances the whisky’s complexity, making it a unique addition to any collection.

Availability is limited due to its special release status. For more information or to purchase, visit Talisker’s official website or select specialty retailers.