Kavalan Solist Ex-Bourbon Cask
70cl - 57.8% ABV
| Kavalan Bourbon Oak Matured Single Malt is a fruity and rich single malt whisky made using traditional methods in the north east of Taiwan. This whisky is fully matured in first fill bourbon barrels, usually reserved for the ultra-premium “Solist” range, giving the whisky its elaborate and fruity characteristics with notes of tropical fruits, vanilla and nutmeg. This whisky is best served neat or on the rocks to bring out all of the tropical fruit flavours of the whisky, or it could be enjoyed in a highball or Whisky Sour. |
Kavalan Solist Ex-Bourbon Cask
70cl - 57.8% ABV
| Kavalan Bourbon Oak Matured Single Malt is a fruity and rich single malt whisky made using traditional methods in the north east of Taiwan. This whisky is fully matured in first fill bourbon barrels, usually reserved for the ultra-premium “Solist” range, giving the whisky its elaborate and fruity characteristics with notes of tropical fruits, vanilla and nutmeg. This whisky is best served neat or on the rocks to bring out all of the tropical fruit flavours of the whisky, or it could be enjoyed in a highball or Whisky Sour. |
Tasting Notes
Nose
Classic bourbon cask notes - vanilla, coconut and a hint of citrus zest. That’s joined by uncooked sponge cake mix, spicy cinnamon, caramelised bananas, and sweet and sour tropical fruit.
Palate
Initially dry and very spicy, with clove and cinnamon dominating. Sweet caramel, apple, thin custard and lemon sherbert provide a contrast, which is enhanced by a drop of water - more fruit, including tropical touches, and a hint of menthol.
Finish
Long and lingering, with lemon-infused butter fading to a dry and spicy end. Water shortens the experience, but adds more fruit.
Comment
A punchy cask-strength dram that works both with and without water, depending on the occasion. A pure expression of Kavalan’s core character.