Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique Cask Strength (700ml)
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Spirit Type
Whisk(e)y Learn More
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Spirit Category
Taiwanese Single Malt Whisky
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Size
700ml
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Country
Taiwan
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Region
Yilan County
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Sub-Region
Yuanshan Township
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Tasting Notes
SpiceTropical FruitDates
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How to Drink
Neat
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Glassware
Glencairn
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ABV
58.6
Few distilleries have gained as much prestige and momentum in such a short period of time like Kavalan has. Kavalan takes its name from Yilan Countys old name, the area at which it is located in north-eastern Taiwan. Founded in 2005 by Mr. Tien-Tsai Lee, the entrepreneur knew that in order to compete with the global whisky heavyweights, they had to create a spirit of exceptional quality. Calling in no other than renowned Dr. Jim Swan (the Einstein of whisky) they set into motion a plan for production, as well as future maturation to ensure Kavalan’s longevity.
Having a consistently expanding core range, the expressions that put Kavalan on the map and sky rocketed them into whisky world fame was their “Solist” line. Bottled at cask strength and in batches, this range uses different barrels to showcase the whisky’s unique fruit flavour. Kavalan is now one of the ten largest malt whisky distilleries in the world, with no signs of slowing down.
Tasting Notes
From the distillery: “Flavour: A rich fusion of vanilla and caramelized 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.
Palate: The taste ends with clean and complex flavours embodying all that is best in the finest malt whiskies enjoying a long aftertaste”
Method
Aged in re-charred American oak barrels. Bottled at cask strength and released in batches.
