Solist Vinho Barrique changed everything for Taiwan distillery Kavalan. When it won the best single malt whisky in the world at The World Whisky Awards in 2015, people really woke up to what a cracking producer it is. No wonder people were so impressed, this is a rich and rewarding whisky that was aged initially in American oak casks that were previously used to mature white and red wines.
Vanilla and caramelised sugars with dark chocolate on top. Ripe melon and mango.
Kiwi and a delicate blend of citrus fruits burst. Pepper is also present in the background waiting to be noticed.
Clean and complex hints of chocolate and ripe fruit.
