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Talisker - Port Ruighe

Talisker - Port Ruighe

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€68.40

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Onshore Cellars

2040 Chemin Saint Bernard, Porte 12
06220 Vallauris
France

Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00

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Tasting notes

Double matured in port casks, Port Ruighe, pronounced ‘Portree’ is the Gaelic spelling of the once-bustling trading port on Skye: this malt is a toast to the Scottish traders who braved the high seas and were instrumental in the foundation of the port wine trade. The port finish combines Talisker’s powerful maritime character with succulent sweet notes of rich berry fruits for a superb taste experience. Each sip brings with it a sweet smokiness of a fading wood fire with the fruity richness of ripe plums. Talisker Port Ruighe was made for sipping neat. An essential gift for whisky connoisseurs, looking to explore new depths of flavour amongst smoky island malt whiskies. Dark, rich amber gold colour. Medium bodied and softly textured. Instant, very well balanced nose, and sweet, yet not cloying; overall, rather like the sweet smokiness of a fading wood fire with the fruity richness of ripe plums. Sublime, smoky and savoury palate: spicy pepper rapidly grows into peatiness, as a creamy smokiness mingles with spice and dark fruits. Long, memorable, and mouth-filling finish, leaving on the tongue an appealing and intense cocoa-rich drying smokiness.

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Provenance

Type
Whisky
Producer
Talisker Distillery
Country
Scotland
Region
Isle Of Skye
Style
Single Malt

Technical

ABV
45.8%
Size
70cl
Serving
15° - 17° C

Key characteristics

About this whisky

Talisker is a renowned distillery located on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. The distillery has a rich history dating back to 1830 when it was founded by brothers Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill. Talisker is known for producing some of the finest single malt Scotch whiskies in the world, and their Port Ruighe expression is no exception.

Port Ruighe is a unique expression that is finished in port casks, giving it a distinct flavour profile. The whisky is made using malted barley that is smoked over peat fires, giving it a smoky and peaty aroma. The whisky is then aged in American oak casks before being finished in port casks, which impart a sweet and fruity flavour to the whisky.

The Port Ruighe expression has a deep amber colour and a rich, complex flavour profile. On the nose, it has notes of smoke, peat, and sea salt, with hints of red fruit and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with flavours of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and a hint of sweetness from the port casks. The finish is long and warming, with a lingering smokiness and a touch of sweetness.

Talisker is a distillery that takes great pride in its heritage and tradition. The distillery is located on the rugged and windswept Isle of Skye, which is known for its wild and untamed beauty. The whisky produced at Talisker is a reflection of this rugged landscape, with its smoky and peaty flavour profile.

Overall, Talisker's Port Ruighe expression is a unique and complex whisky that is sure to impress even the most discerning whisky connoisseur. Its rich flavour profile and unique finish make it a standout among Talisker's already impressive lineup of single malt Scotch whiskies. Whether you are a seasoned whisky drinker or a newcomer to the world of Scotch, Talisker's Port Ruighe is a must-try.

Talisker's Tempest
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Talisker's Tempest

Talisker's Tempest is a shaken cocktail made with Talisker - Port Ruighe, served in a coupe.

Method
Shaken
Glass
Coupe
Ice
Cubes
Garnish
Lemon twist

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Talisker - Port Ruighe
  • 20 ml Demerara syrup
  • 15 ml Lemon juice
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 egg white

Method

  1. Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Dry shake (without ice) for 30 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  3. Add ice and shake vigorously for another 15 seconds.
  4. Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.

Serve

Coupe glass, garnish with a lemon twist, served with a side of smoked sea salt for the rim.

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Talisker is a renowned Scotch whisky producer located on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. The distillery was founded in 1830 and has since become one of the most popular whisky producers in the world. Talisker is known for its…

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