Talisker Select Reserve Game of Thrones House Greyjoy Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml

Talisker Select Reserve House Greyjoy is a sought after limited edition Island single malt released in Fall 2018 by Diageo as part of the Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection, an official HBO licensed collaboration of eight scotch whiskies created to commemorate the final season of the celebrated television series. Each whisky in the collection paired one of Diageo's prestigious distilleries with one of the great Houses of Westeros, and Talisker's intense maritime, peppery, sea spray driven character was selected as the natural pairing for the seafaring House Greyjoy and the Iron Islands. Distilled at the Talisker Distillery on the wave battered shores of the Isle of Skye, founded in 1830 and one of the most distinctive Island single malts in Scotland, this no age statement expression is matured in heavily charred and refill ex bourbon American oak casks, producing the layered smoky, briny, peppery profile Talisker is famed for. Bottled at the distillery's signature 45.8% ABV. The presentation features the unmistakable Greyjoy kraken sigil sprawling across both the bottle label and the gift tube, with the House motto and golden accents completing the maritime themed packaging. As the Game of Thrones Collection has fully sold through at retail, all eight bottles, including this Greyjoy release, have become genuine collector's pieces actively traded by both whisky enthusiasts and fans of the series.

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Tasting Notes

Color: Golden copper amber.

Nose: Quintessentially Talisker with signature dry, peppery smoke and dark chocolate, along with salted caramel, brine, sea spray, orange peel, charcoal, grilled fruit, and a touch of cider spice.

Palate: The flavors explode with salted caramel and chili flakes, followed by peppery smoke. Medium bodied with burnt caramel, vanilla, stewed apples, and a maritime salinity that ties everything together.

Finish: Long and complex with lingering fruitcake notes, the dry spice of black pepper, leather, heather, and a final flicker of sweet peat smoke.

FAQ

What is the Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection? The Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection is an official Diageo and HBO licensed collaboration of eight single malt Scotch whiskies released in Fall 2018 to commemorate the final season of the long running television fantasy series. Each bottle pairs a Diageo distillery with one of the great Houses of Westeros (plus the Night's Watch), with both the liquid character and packaging design tied to the chosen house. The collection has become highly collectible among both whisky enthusiasts and series fans.

Why was Talisker chosen for House Greyjoy? Talisker's distillery sits on the wave battered shores of the Isle of Skye, one of the most remote and rugged areas of Scotland, and the whisky's intensely maritime, peppery, and saline character is shaped by the harsh coastal environment. This profile was a natural fit for the seafaring House Greyjoy and the Ironborn of the Iron Islands. The pairing has been widely praised by whisky reviewers as one of the most fitting and successful matches in the entire Game of Thrones Collection.

What is the strength? Talisker Select Reserve House Greyjoy is bottled at 45.8% ABV (91.6 proof), Talisker's signature distillery strength across most of its core range. This higher than average strength gives Talisker its full body, pronounced sea spray maritime character, and the famous peppery kick the distillery is known for.

Is this still in production? No. The Game of Thrones Single Malts Collection was a limited release tied to the final season of the series. All eight bottles have fully sold through at retail and are no longer in production, making remaining stock increasingly scarce on the secondary market and on whisky retailer shelves.

How should I drink it? Best enjoyed neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass to fully appreciate the layered maritime peat, peppery smoke, and salted caramel character. A single drop of water can open up additional sweetness and tame the dry pepper. Pairs especially well with smoked seafood, oysters, dark chocolate, and as a contemplative pour after dinner.

How does this compare to other Talisker releases? The Talisker range includes the flagship 10 Year, Storm, Skye, Port Ruighe, 18 Year, 25 Year, and limited annual special releases. The Select Reserve House Greyjoy is a no age statement bottling produced specifically for the Game of Thrones Collection, with a profile closer to a younger more vibrant Talisker than the aged statement releases. Within the Collection, it sits alongside the Lagavulin House Lannister, Dalwhinnie Winter's Frost (House Stark), Oban Bay Reserve (Night's Watch), Cardhu Gold Reserve (House Targaryen), Singleton Glendullan Select (House Tully), Royal Lochnagar 12 (House Baratheon), and Clynelish Reserve (House Tyrell).

Where can I buy Talisker House Greyjoy online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.