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Whisky Review: Talisker 8 Year The Rogue Seafury

We review Talisker 8 Year The Rogue Seafury. It's part of the 2021 Diageo Special Release series.

OVERALL RATING

7
$115.00
  • Courtney Kristjana is a leading US whiskey taster and aspiring Master of Scotch.
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Talisker 8 Years The Rogue Seafury

Tasting Notes

About:

59.7% ABV. Isle of Skye peated single malt matured 8 years in refill casks. 750ml $115.
Appearance:
Platinum blonde
Nose:
Heather smoke and saline mingle at the beginning of the nose. The malt is the showcase in the middle where it provides an earthy quality. Mushroom and oak remind me of old weathered docks. Kelp, or a more vegetal note, comes through at the end of the nose.
Palate:
The palate starts off sooty and peppery. It is sweet with honey and orange slices. The mouthfeel is oily. Overall, the whisky is salty and full of tar. However, the finish just comes to an abrupt end. The aftertaste is dry with oak.
Finish:
Comments:
The Rogue Seafury is lighter than previous Taliskers I’ve had. The flavor profile is not as palatable even though the nose offers more. The quick finish and overly oaky aftertaste make the whisky boring.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Courtney Kristjana

Courtney Kristjana is a leading whiskey taster in the United States. Inspired by an article on Heather Greene, she left her career in Gerontology to pursue her passion for whiskey. Currently studying to become a Master of Scotch, Courtney dreams of one day being nominated for the Keepers of the Quaich. Her reviews may be as strong as the peat in her scotch, but she guarantees honesty, integrity, and an open mind.

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