Talisker 8 Year Old is a bold and vibrant single malt whisky from Diageo's 2021 Special Releases, matured for eight years in heavily peated refill casks. This whisky packs a distinct peaty punch, while offering a mouth-watering fruitiness. The theme of the 2021 Special Releases, "Legends Untold," features bottles inspired by stories surrounding the distillery. The Talisker 8, with its coastal home on the Isle of Skye, proudly displays a sea monster on its label. The nose starts with sweet notes of vanilla and sponge cake, followed by bonfires on the beach with salty seaweed and stone fruit fruitiness. The palate brings an explosion of black pepper, smoke, heather, honey, and peaches. The finish is long and fiery, with lingering black pepper, chili, and a touch of caramel. A must-try for fans of smoky, peaty whiskies.