Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique Cask Strength Single Malt Taiwanese Whisky 700ml

In ancient times, the land around I-Lan in Taiwan was called Kavalan, a mysterious land that was solely inhabited by the indigenous people of the Kavalan clan. The name was officially recognized by the Emperor of the Chin dynasty in the year of 1809 when the original city was also built under the same name.

Winner of the 2015 World Whisky Awards – Whisky of The Year

Fully matured in American oak wine barrels that have been allowed to season in the open air for 2 years before being used to mature both red and white wine. They are then re-charred to bring out caramel and vanilla notes with a delicate background of complex fruitiness.

Deep autumn gold in colour, the nose is a rich fusion of vanilla and caramelised sugars with dark chocolate on top. Ripe melon and mango together with kiwi and a delicate blend of citrus fruits burst. Pepper is also present in the background waiting to be noticed. On the palate flavours of caramel, marzipan, coffee-vanilla, fudge, rich, creamy, dried black fruits. Integrated and surprisingly light. Element of sandalwood. Starts creamy, waters out, almost disappears before rubbing hot brown sugar into the oesophagus. Tiny bitter trace.

The Finer Details
Style - Taiwanese Whisky
Country - Taiwan
Bottle Size - 700ml
ABV - 55.6%