- 70cL
Kavalan Solist Ex-Bourbon Cask is an award-winning Taiwanese single malt whisky, known for its rich, fruity and intensely vanilla character. It is exclusively matured in first-fill ex-bourbon casks, carefully selected for their quality and aromatic potential.
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Founded in 2005 in Taiwan, Kavalan Distillery has rapidly become a global benchmark for single malt whisky. Benefiting from a unique subtropical climate and pure spring water from the Yilan Mountains, Kavalan crafts whiskies of exceptional richness and aromatic intensity.
Matured in a wide variety of casks — including sherry, bourbon, port, wine, and mizunara oak — Kavalan whiskies stand out for their silky texture, exotic notes, and impressive depth. The island’s warm climate accelerates aging, giving each expression remarkable complexity and an unmistakable signature.
A true pioneer of Asian whisky, Kavalan embodies the perfect balance of innovation, precision, and a deep respect for its origins.
Resulting from a blend of first and second fill sherry hogsheads and first fill bourbon casks. Arran 18 ans is an intense single malt marked by notes of ripe fruit and sweet spices. Between delicacy and indulgence, Arran offers a rich, intense single malt bottled at 46% alc.
Caol Ila 18 years old is a single malt of extraordinary depth and complexity. This powerful version reveals notes of olive oil characteristic of the famous Islay distillery.
Ardbeg 15 Years Old The Beithir's Tale is the third and final release in the Ardbeg Anthology series. This special edition, completing the Anthology trilogy, pays tribute to Ardbeg’s complex flavours.
Aged for 15 years in carefully selected bourbon casks that underwent a specific toasting process, Ardbeg Anthology #3 offers a rich and nuanced...
The Kavalan distillery has its own cooperage, which allows it to fully control the crucial stage of aging. On the wise advice of Jim Swan, aging in STR (shaved-toasted-recharred) barrels plays an important role, allowing its single malt to reach full maturity more quickly. This version echoes Brandy Cask # A090620014 from the Créations Cellar Book catalog, sharing with it a...
Matured in hand-selected American ex-bourbon casks from the 2009 distillation year, this whisky reveals itself to be a deliciously sophisticated single malt. Its aromatic profile is complex, with nuances of intense vanilla, a range of luscious tropical fruits and a subtle but distinct hint of coconut. Aged for over fifteen years, the whisky is presented unchill-filtered and...
Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask Single Malt Whiskey is an extraordinary blend of three sherry casks: oloroso, pedro ximénez and moscatel, revealing the dried fruits of oloroso. The richness of the caramel and the creaminess of the malt combine with tropical fruits to shape a refined and exquisite sherry whisky.
Lot N° 53 XO Perfection is a blend of the most sublime stocks of Grande Champagne Cognac from Maison Tesseron. It has a sumptuous topaz colour with a bouquet of plums, figs, and chocolate on the palate. This Cognac borders on perfection, finesse and complexity.
Nobly imbued with the aromas and flavors imparted by its maturation in Port casks, this expression’s aromatic and taste profile has beautifully preserved a malty backbone that remains present throughout the tasting.
Limited edition of 183 bottles.
Lán is an exceptional whisky created in homage to Yilan, the birthplace of the Kavalan distillery. Its name, which also symbolizes the Chinese character for "orchid", beautifully reflects the island's revered status as the Kingdom of Orchids.
Refreshing vanilla notes from the bourbon casks merge with nutty, floral aromas from the port casks. The STR...