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Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique
Whiskey
Single Malt

Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique

Kavalan — Taiwan

83/100
SWCC Tasting RoomApril 1, 2025
AgeNAS
ABV57.8%
OriginTaiwan
TypeSingle Malt
FruitSweetSpiceWoodvinho barriquetaiwansingle maltsolist

Appearance

Deep mahogany, almost ruby

Nose

Intense dried mango, wine-soaked oak, dark chocolate, vanilla custard

Palate

Explosive tropical fruit, wine tannins, dark chocolate, spice

Finish

Extraordinarily long, waves of fruit and oak

Pairing Notes

Paired with a Cohiba Behike — the wine cask meets Cuban cedar

Verdict

A world-class expression that shocked the whisky establishment. The Vinho Barrique cask creates an intensity and depth that rivals the finest Scotch.

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Assessment

BodyFull
ComplexityExceptional
BalanceExcellent
83
Overall Score
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