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Talisker 1989 27 Years Old 51,6%

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88.5

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Reviewed 08 August 2026 ·View daily archive

Whisky facts

Region
Highland
Age
27 years
ABV
51.6%
Bottles in release
138

Definitely not a memorable Talisker but at the same time there’s not really any major offnotes

In the glass

Tasting Notes

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Amber Room Review

Talisker 1989 27 Years Old 51,6%

08 August 2026
88.5

Definitely not a memorable Talisker but at the same time there’s not really any major offnotes

Nose

Maritime smoke, slightly peppery, very typical Talisker

Body

Gently sweet & balanced by the sea saltiness, a delicate mix

Finish

Long, spicy peppery finish

Other perspectives

External Review Links

Whiskyfun

Retrieved 05 October 2026

Whiskyfun awards this Rex Tong Talisker 91 points. Its clear coastal profile combines smoke, minerals, lemon and pepper; dilution adds savoury oyster notes. A long finish becomes oilier and citrus-led before pepper returns. The critic praises its focused simplicity.

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