Bottle of Talisker whisky reduced by £20 in new Amazon alcohol deal

We hate to say the 'C' word too early, but let's face it: Christmas is fast approaching. And if you want to minimise the impact on your wallet in December, it's worth scooping up any deals you can now.

And Amazon has certainly come up with the goods with this healthy reduction on a bottle of Talisker Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky - taking it down from its full price of £48 to just £28. This is price matched on Tesco Clubcard (£28) but is without the delivery to your house. Whether you want to give this is a present at Christmas, or just want to have it handy for any festive libations, it's a brilliant saving for a well-loved bottle of whisky.

This isn't the only deal as a bottle of Laphroaig Oak Select is currently reduced from £36 down to £24.94 (beats Tesco's £36) and promises a smooth and peaty flavour profile.

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Even people who aren't whisky connoisseurs will likely enjoy a dram of Talisker Skye - either neat, over ice, or mixed into a cocktail. We particularly like it with ginger ale and a squeeze of lime, for a truly refreshing long drink.

It's an easy drinking whisky, with all the notes of sweet, smoke and spice that you might want. With bursts of citrus livening things up, it's been matured in American oak casks for a really complex and interesting taste.

But don't just take our word for it - Talisker is a shining light in the world of Scottish whiskies for a reason. Over 7,000 Amazon customers have awarded this bottle an impressive 4.7 stars out of five.

"This is a superb whiskey very distinctive taste perfect example of an Islay malt. What a great price well worth the money," said one happy customer. "Highland whisky is superb. Talisker Skye is an excellent choice for those who enjoy a true Scottish dram," another added.

A third chimed in: "Fantastic malt whisky - it’s my favourite. It’s SO good I have to hide the bottle when my friends visit! Prompt delivery, well packed, and recommended."

However, all our palates are different, and not everyone was quite so keen on the whisky. "I don't know why, but this often leaves me with a headache. I'll still drink it though but prefer some others," said one shopper. "It has a very strong after taste," another customer warned, which might not be for everyone.

You can pick up the Talisker Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky and Laphroaig Oak Select on Amazon. If you've got a whisky lover in your life, a great pre-Christmas present is this 25-day, wax sealed whisky taster calendar for £99.50 from Hard to Find Whisky. Alternatively, Master of Malt have the Glengoyne 12 Year Old for £44.95 with nearly perfect reviews.