KAVALAN Whisky
Single malt whisky
Kavalan single malt whisky, an exceptional whisky created as the result of the unique climate of Taiwan, reaches its maturity and peak quality shorter than most of the other conventional whiskies made in cooler climates.
It has represented the distillery and Taiwan to enter into major international competitions and has so far been awarded a silver medal and a silver best in class medal from the SWSC (San Francisco World Spirits Competition) and IWSC, respectively.
This is a special inaugural edition to mark the official opening of the distillery on the 4th of December 2008. It is also known by the distillery staff as the “Classic Kavalan” that is round and smooth and suitable for everyday savouring.
Colour: Lively and passionate amber.
Nose: Clean, elegant, floral (pleasant & refreshing fragrance of the King Car Perfume Butterfly Orchid), fruity and seductive. With hints of honey, tropical fruits (mango in particular), green apple, pear drop, vanilla, coconuts and suggestions of chocolate.
Palate: A hint of sweet mango juice with that spicy complexity and gentle warmth on a medium, oily and citrus finish.
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KAVALAN Concermaster
Single malt whisky
This is the first expression of the Concertmaster series which is a Port cask finish single malt whisky. A whisky of distinctive character that is also well balanced. Finished or also known by some as “second matured” in quality ruby, tawny and vintage Port casks from Portugal which have been specially selected by the blender in order to present the delicate mouth-feel and complexity of typical Port wine flavour.
Colour: Pleasant brownish red.
Nose: Tropical fruitiness of the berries with honey, vanilla, coconut and delicious candy floss.
Palate: Rich bodied with natural sweetness and complexity with that additional elegant woodiness as a result of second maturation in superior white oak Port casks
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KAVALAN Solist
Ex-Bourbon Cask
Another limited edition cask strength single malt whisky that is a part of the Solist series of the Kavalan product range. A fine whisky that is perfectly matured in American ex-bourbon casks that are made of the American white oak of the Quercus alba species. The species of the oak together with the unique local weather conditions yield fragrant and delicate wood spiciness and vanilla note favoured by international connoisseurs.
Every cask is specially selected by the master blender for its distinct character and fine distillery quality. Each bottle is also individually hand bottled and labelled for your unique sampling pleasure.
Colour: Cattle egrets
A wild species of bird that inhabits the distillery spotted by Mr. Jim Murray, the world-class whisky expert, bird-watcher and the famous author of the “Whisky Bible”.
Nose: Tropical fruitiness of the berries with honey, vanilla, coconut and delicious candy floss.
Palate: Rich bodied with natural sweetness and complexity with that additional elegant woodiness as a result of second maturation in superior white oak Port casks.
N.B. The actual strengths of the bottles vary according to each of the selected 50 casks
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KAVALAN Solist
Sherry Cask
A limited edition cask strength single malt whisky that is a part of the Solist series of the Kavalan product range. A whisky that is well matured in Spanish oloroso sherry butts. Every cask is specially selected by the master blender for its distinct character and fine distillery quality. Each bottle is also individually hand bottled and labelled for your unique sampling pleasure.This is a single malt whisky for the connoisseurs and enthusiasts worldwide who appreciate the original quality in the purest form.
Colour: Dark and mouth-watering raisin.
Nose: Clean and complex with multi-layers of dried fruit, nuttiness and spices with some marzipan and vanilla touches to it as well.
Palate: Rich, oily and full with pleasant dried fruit and spices that linger on in the mouth plus a hint of fine coffee.
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KING CAR WHISKY
Colour: Vivid amber that is as passionate as ever…
Nose: Excellently clean and freshly fruity single malt. A touch of papaya, banana and green apple, just to name a few. Pleasantly floral, delicate and complex with depths and multilayers of aromas, fragrances and nuances waiting to be discovered by each individual and connoisseur!
Palate: Sweet, rich, vanilla, banana but also coconut, a slight pleasant bitterness balancing the sweetness. A mouthfilling dram, more complex and sophisticated than you will ever imagine. A grand masterpiece to represent and bear the name of the Group - King Car.
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KAVALAN Fino
Fino, Spanish for 'Fine', is the driest and most pale of all varieties of traditional sherry wine. It is best drunk comparatively young. Traditional Fino wine is usually a non-sweet and is best consumed shortly after the bottle is opened in order to avoid losing its flavour. Kavalan's Fino, however, provides mild sweetness that excites the palate. Solist Fino was matured in top Fino Sherry butts that were used for the wine making.
This is a single malt whisky for the connoisseurs and enthusiasts worldwide who appreciate the original quality in the purest form.
Tasting notes:
The dark gold amber colour truly embodies the full aromas and tastes that characterise a great whisky. The rich aroma of sherry, with its creamy toffee and rich fudge qualities, and the slightest hint of chocolate blends with the fruity character of the spirit. The fruitiness is a complex, multi-layered blend of mango and over-ripe citrus fruit flavours that ends with a touch of green apples. Natural sweetness on the tongue is accentuated with a gentle fudge flavour. The complex fruity flavours are layered with dry smoked wood aromas. This special anniversary edition of Solist cask strength whisky has a long finish and natural sweetness giving way to a pleasant mouth-drying sensation that leaves the connoisseur ready for the next sip!
'Much more of a Soloist than a Solist!' Jim Murray.
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KAVALAN Vinho
King Car Vinho is aged in the finest slow grown white oak which is air seasoned for two years. After soaking with some of the World’s best wines the casks are hand crafted with a specially developed toasting and charring process in the distillery’s own cooperage to bring out the flavours that characterise this fine whisky. King Car Vinho is where technology and art blend together in perfect harmony.
Colour: Deep autumn gold
Nose: A rich fusion of vanilla and caramelized sugars. Ripe melon and mango together with kiwi and a delicate blend of citrus fruits burst.
Palate: The taste ends with clean and complex flavours embodying all that is best in the finest malt whiskies and a long aftertaste.
