Talisker distillery

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Isle of Skye-based distillery Talisker has released its ‘wildest whisky yet’, a 45-year-old single malt finished in ice-fractured casks.

Little has changed on the Scottish island of Islay since its iconic whisky distilleries were profiled in Alfred Barnard’s famously detailed Victorian-era book.

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Experience Talisker distillery for yourself, nestled on the shores of Loch Harport. Be guided through tours and indulge in a whisky dram, or two.

Isle of Skye distillery Talisker has released a 27-year-old single malt, the brand’s second triple cask-matured expression to date.

Skye larks.