Talisker 'Storm' Single Malt Scotch

Released in early 2013, Talisker Storm has all the warm, smoky, peppery characteristics we all love in the standard Talisker 10yo - but they've been turned up a notch, with more smoke, more spices, and a bigger-than-ever flavour explosion.

Rich and unexpectedly honeyed initially. Then some pleasing singed oaky notes and bandagey aromas. Now bonfire smoke comes through. There even seems to be some milk chocolate and apple-y fruit lurking in the rear. On the palate, medium-full, with initial honey and then a very decent dose of hot smoke. The oak is there too, with vanilla and some peppery spices. Gets sweeter towards the death as the pepper lingers, counterpointed with unexpected sweet fruit.