Talisker 10 year Old Version 1 Map Single Isle of Skye Malt Scotch Whisky 100 cl 45,8%

There was a time when Talisker 10 Year Old came in 100cl bottles carrying an illustrated map of Skye on the label - built for large bars and export markets where a standard 70cl didn't go far enough. This "Map" edition is one of the surviving examples.

Expert Description

Talisker 10 Year Old Old Version 1 Map is a 100cl Isle of Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in American oak casks and bottled at 45.8%. The label dates from an earlier design period, when Talisker used a map motif of Skye on some of its larger bottles.

The 100cl format was common for bar and export use, but is rarer to come across today, since most Talisker releases are sold in 70cl. The whisky itself is the same classic 10 Year Old, just in an older and larger format.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is powerful with smoke, sea salt and citrus, backed by a deep sweetness and a hint of pepper foreshadowing the fullness to come.

Palate

The palate is rich and warm, with smoke, salt and citrus up front and a peppery edge building towards an intense, spicy middle.

Finish

The finish is long and lingering, with a distinct touch of pepper that stays well after the last sip.

Specifications

Name: Talisker 10 Year Old
Distillery: Talisker
Region/Country: Isle of Skye, Scotland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 45.8%
Size: 100 CL
Cask type: American oak casks
Non-chill filtered: No
Natural colour: No
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Old Version, Map label 100cl
EAN no.: 5000281003641

Flavour Profile

Peated · Maritime · Spicy · Citrusy · Full-bodied

Investment Potential

Medium - the 100cl Map label format is rarer than the standard 70cl, which typically makes it more sought after among collectors of older Talisker releases.

Did You Know?

100cl bottles carrying the map motif were mainly distributed to travel retail and export markets, which makes them less common to come across in the Danish market today.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Talisker 10 Year Old Old Version 1 Map 100cl

What is the "Map" label on this Talisker 10 Year Old?

It's an older label design where Talisker used an illustrated map of Skye on its 100cl bottles, mainly intended for export and travel retail.

Is the whisky in this 100cl bottle different from the standard 70cl?

No, it's the same classic 10 Year Old - the only difference is the bottle size and the older label.

Why is the 100cl format rarer today?

Most Talisker releases are sold in 70cl, and the 100cl format was mainly used for specific distribution channels, making it less common on shelves today.

How should this Talisker 10 Year Old be enjoyed?

Neat or with a drop of water in a whisky glass, so the smoke, salt and peppery edge can fully unfold.

Is this bottle interesting to a collector?

Yes, the combination of the rare 100cl format and the Map label makes it a natural addition for a collector who already owns the standard 70cl edition.

What makes Talisker different from other Scottish distilleries?

The unusual lyne arms and outdoor worm tubs give Talisker a more direct, peppery and maritime style than most others. See more in our range of Scotch whisky.