Talisker 15-year-old - for Dornoch Castle

88/ 100Very good

Talisker 15-year-old is a single malt Scotch whisky from the Isle of Skye, a distillery widely known for combining maritime character with peppery smoke. An age statement of 15 years suggests a balance between coastal intensity and some added maturity.

Category: Single Malt
ABV: 57.1%
Age: 15 years
Cask: refill American oak hogshead + second-fill Port finish
Outturn: 240 bottles
Release: 2026

Reviews

WhiskyNotes published a reviewAug 21, 2026
Talisker 15-year-old - for Dornoch Castle
Single Malt
2026 release15 years57.1% ABV
Very good review score, 88 out of 100
A punchy Talisker with seaweed, salty spray, mineral smoke and pepper, balancing sweetness and coastal character while keeping the Port influence subtle.
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By Ruben