Torabhaig

Torabhaig , Shaped by Skye-  A hearty and happy Hogmanay to you !  Let’s begin 2025 with a positive outlook and a new whisky to savor….. This young punk is from the Island of Skye where once only Talisker was distilled.  While I always appreciated the later, it’s time to recognize a fresh talent has landed.  As if to say, “look at me” , the new kid has a unique bottle shape and a split label , I like ‘em both. The dram itself is straw colored and briny with some fruit and vanilla cream.  There is a welcome peaty nose and flavor and at 92 proof , a strong whiff of alcohol. The spirt was probably in oak barrels for only 4 or so years , and therefore has a significant bite, edgy but not unpleasant.  The finish was zippy, with some added char and sweetness, not un-expected and quite punchy.  Now be honest, did you immediately look up Hogmanay?  Well if not cheers to you Gaelic knowledge.  Also, the pronunciation is  “Tora-Vaig”.  So as far as your resolutions this year, please add a few comments for your favorite whisky blogger, I enjoy the feedback.  Rated a solid 6.5 , just barely recommended , but new and promising , much like 2025. Cheers !