🥃 Kavalan Ex-Bourbon Oak
🔹 Features & Details
- Brand: Kavalan
- Type: Single Malt Whisky
- Age: Non-age statement (NAS)
- ABV: 46%
- Cask Type: Ex-bourbon barrels
- Origin: Taiwan
- Packaging: Typically presented in a sleek, golden box with minimalist branding
👃 Tasting Notes
- Nose: Opens with tropical fruits like mango, coconut, and melon, complemented by vanilla oak, salty sea air, subtle spices, and citrus.
- Palate: Bursting with mango, coconut, vanilla, and oak, balanced by spices such as nutmeg, ginger, and allspice.
- Finish: Tropical fruits, vanilla, and balanced oak linger on the palate.
📜 Collectibility & Significance
- Awards: Gold Winner at the International Spirits Challenge (2016, 2017, 2020) and Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2017).
- Availability: While Kavalan’s core range is widely available, the Ex-Bourbon Oak expression is considered a standout for its unique flavor profile and craftsmanship.
- Collector’s Item: Its accolades and distinctive characteristics make it a desirable addition to whisky collections.
🎁 Presentation & Use
- Ideal For: Whisky enthusiasts seeking a balanced and tropical single malt experience.
- Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up the flavors.
- Occasions: Suitable for special occasions or as a gift for those who appreciate fine Taiwanese whisky.