Talisker 2023 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky

70cl · 59.7% ABV

Out of stock

HTFW Cat. No: LP18929
Cask Strength Distillery Bottling

THE WILD EXPLORADOR

Finished in a combination of Ruby, White and Tawny Port casks.

A surge of warmth rises through the current, radiating a sweet, charred undertone. The crash of sea-salt spray against the ship’s bow relights the fire of exploration in determined sailors. Against an unforgiving sea the caravel, an iconic Portuguese sea vessel, forges on, braving harsh elements to reach the farthest corners of the earth.

Product Details

Distillery/Brand Talisker
Region Islands
Alcohol ABV 59.7% ABV
Year Bottled 2023
Cask Wood Type Port
Country of Origin Scotland
Packaging Cardboard Tube

Tasting Notes

Nose

Mellow and drying, with a touch of spice once it settles down. The top notes are of sticky malt loaf with sultanas and dates as dried fruits lead the way, soon fading to become more maritime, with clean sea air, sea salt and sand dunes. Surging through this come mineral notes of chalk and a light, winey hint of macerated grape skins. At first, just a suggestion of peat smoke runs underneath, although the aroma becomes much smokier when water is added.

Palate

A creamy-smooth mouthfeel introduces a powerful taste with lightly sweet notes and hints of rich fruit. This soon becomes very salty, then intensely peppery and gunpowder smoky. The taste is almost as powerful with a good dash of water, which accentuates the saltiness.

Finish

Long, finishing spicy with the trademark catch of chilli pepper, which tends here toward mouth-cooling Sichuan pepper.

Discover Talisker

Discover More
Talisker
(TAL-iss-ker) Talisker was founded in 1830 by Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill in Carbost on the shores of Loch Harport, and it remains the oldest working distillery on the Isle of Skye. Its history includes a major stillhouse fire in 1960, after which the distillery was rebuilt with exact replicas of the original stills to preserve its character, and it now forms part of Diageo’s malt whisky portfolio.
Learn More

You May Also Like

Talisker - 2025 Special Release Single Malt Scotch 14 year old Whisky
Talisker 14 Year Old
2025 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 53.9% ABV
£138.95
Talisker - Old Particular Single Cask #14410 2009 10 year old Whisky
Talisker 10 Year Old · 2009 Vintage
Old Particular Single Cask #14410 Whisky
70cl · 48.4% ABV
£149.95
Talisker - Single Malt Scotch 18 year old Whisky
Talisker 18 Year Old
Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 45.8% ABV
£219.95
Talisker - 2020 Distillers Edition Single Malt Scotch 2010 10 year old Whisky
Talisker 10 Year Old · 2010 Vintage
2020 Distillers Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 45.8% ABV
£249.95
Talisker - Single Malt Scotch 25 year old Whisky
Talisker 25 Year Old
Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 45.8% ABV
£449.95
Talisker - 2020 Edition Single Malt Scotch 25 year old Whisky
Talisker 25 Year Old
2020 Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 45.8% ABV
£599.95
Talisker - 2022 Edition Single Malt Scotch 30 year old Whisky
Talisker 30 Year Old
2022 Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 49.6% ABV
£999.95
Talisker - 2013 Special Release Single Malt Scotch 1985 27 year old Whisky
Talisker 27 Year Old · 1985 Vintage
2013 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 56.1% ABV
£1,599.95
Talisker - Natural Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch 1980 30 year old Whisky
Talisker 30 Year Old · 1980 Vintage
Natural Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 57.3% ABV
£1,699.95
Talisker - Natural Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch 30 year old Whisky
Talisker 30 Year Old
Natural Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 51.9% ABV
£2,199.95
Talisker - Natural Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch 1977 30 year old Whisky
Talisker 30 Year Old · 1977 Vintage
Natural Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 50.7% ABV
£2,199.95
Talisker - The Bodega Series #2 Single Malt Scotch 1978 41 year old Whisky
Talisker 41 Year Old · 1978 Vintage
The Bodega Series #2 Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 50.7% ABV
£3,249.95
Talisker - Connoisseurs Choice Single Malt Scotch 1953 24 year old Whisky
Talisker 24 Year Old · 1953 Vintage
Connoisseurs Choice Single Malt Scotch Whisky
75cl · 43% ABV
£3,299.95
Talisker - The Bodega Series #1 Single Malt Scotch 1978 40 year old Whisky
Talisker 40 Year Old · 1978 Vintage
The Bodega Series #1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70cl · 50% ABV
£3,999.95
Yes. When placing your order, select the Next Day shipping option when you check out. Next Day deliveries will only take place Monday - Friday, and your order must be placed before 4:30pm. Please note that this option is only applicable for mainland UK addresses.
Yes, all orders qualify for gift messaging, free of charge. Simply add your personalised message at the checkout screen and follow the on-screen instructions.
Delivery times vary according to your location. UK orders are typically delivered within 48 hours if your order is placed before 3pm GMT. This excludes weekends. European and US shipments are usually delivered within 2-3 business days. Worldwide orders take 2-7 business days, depending on location.
When your order has been prepared for dispatch, you will receive an automated email with the name of the courier, and a tracking number for your parcel(s). This will be sent to the email address provided when you placed your order. If you have not received a dispatch email, please check your junk mail / spam folder. If you are still unable to locate your dispatch email, please contact us at sales@htfw.com or phone our store on (0)121 448 8484.
Yes we do. We have been buying and selling collectables since 1991. Simply email buying@htfw.com with a list of your bottles along with your asking price(s) and full contact details. If we wish to purchase your bottle / collection, we will make a formal offer via email. Please note that we do not give valuations or offers by telephone.
Hard To Find Whisky is a family run Whisky and spirits specialist located in Birmingham UK. We specialise in the sale of rare, collectable, and new releases of Whisky from Scotland, Japan, the US, and across the globe. We have a retail store, and sell online through our website. We offer fast and reliable shipping to domestic and international destinations.
See all FAQs

Do you deliver to my country?

View Delivery Information
Free International Delivery
UK order over
£100
Europe order over
£400
USA & Worldwide order over
£500
*Exclusions apply. See our Delivery Information page to find out more.

How We Pack

Learn More
A bottle inside a shock absorbent bag next to a think cardboard box.

Packed with Care

Every parcel that leaves HTFW has been packed with the utmost care, using our bespoke packaging. This ensures your purchases are safeguarded during transit.

A shield with a recycling icon floating above a forest.

Eco-friendly

We're committed to reducing our impact on the environment. All the packaging we use has been created using recycled materials.

A plane flying over three parcels.

Fast Delivery

For orders placed before 4:30pm (GMT), we offer same day dispatch from our warehouse. All orders are sent as priority shipping worldwide and are fully insured.

Loading...
Loading