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Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch

Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch

4.6· 438 ratings

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$39.97at InternetWines.com, last seen Oct 31

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Our take on the Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch

Talisker Storm is a no-age-statement single malt from the Isle of Skye distillery, bottled at 45.8% and built around the house smoke-and-pepper profile. It is matured in American oak and leans heavier on smoke than the 10 Year Old, with a long, warm finish. It is a bold, coastal-style dram rather than an everyday light sipper.

Best forPeated whisky drinkers who want a step up in smokeTalisker 10 fans looking for a younger, punchier bottlingCold-weather sipping and smoky highballsGifts for someone who likes Islay-style peat
Pros
  • High smoke with medium spice, true to the Talisker house style
  • 45.8% gives it body and bite without needing water
  • Long, warm finish
  • No age statement keeps the price below the 10 Year Old in most markets
  • Works well in smoky cocktails as well as neat
Cons
  • No age statement, so batch variation is possible
  • Caramel color added
  • Peat level may overwhelm drinkers new to smoky whisky
  • 700ml bottle, not the 750ml common in the US

Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch prices at every store

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Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $39.97 on Oct 31 at InternetWines.com. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 31.

What reviewers say

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 438 ratings, it draws praise for its smoke, pepper and value against the 10 Year Old. Some drinkers find it rougher and less balanced than the age-stated bottling.

Pros
  • Big smoke and black pepper
  • Good value for a peated single malt
  • Long, warming finish
Cons
  • Less refined than Talisker 10
  • Harsh for beginners
  • Batch-to-batch inconsistency

Specifications

Origin
Scotland
Type
Single Malt Scotch
Age Statement
NAS
Barrel Type
American Oak
Bottling Strength
45.8%
Aroma
Smoke, Spice
Flavor
Smoke, Spice
Finish
Long, Warm
Smoke
High
Spice
Medium
Grain
Barley
Additives
Caramel Color
Region
Island
Distillery
Talisker
Bottle Size
700ml

Questions and answers

Is Talisker Storm worth it over the 10 Year Old?
Storm is younger and smokier, usually cheaper. If you want balance and refinement, the 10 Year Old is the safer pick. If you want more peat and punch for less money, Storm delivers.
How smoky is Talisker Storm?
It is high smoke for a single malt, closer to Islay styles than to most Highland whisky. The pepper and brine come through, but peat leads.
What is the alcohol strength?
45.8% ABV, non-chill filtered is not stated, and it is bottled at 700ml. A splash of water tames the heat without killing the smoke.
Does Talisker Storm have an age statement?
No. It is a NAS bottling, blended from younger and older casks to hit a consistent smoky profile.
Is it good for someone new to peated whisky?
It is a tough first peat. Start with something milder like Talisker 10 or a lightly peated blend before moving to Storm.
When is it cheapest?
Peated single malts tend to dip during holiday sales and retailer clearance events. Watch price history rather than buying on impulse.
What do buyers say about the Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch?
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 438 ratings.