Kavalan Peatist ex-Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky (700ml)
Kavalan Peatist ex-Bourbon Cask is a groundbreaking expression from the pioneer of Taiwanese spirits, exploring the captivating interplay between delicate peat smoke and the distillery’s hallmark tropical richness. Distilled from premium peated malt and matured in hand-selected American oak ex-bourbon barrels, this adventurous bottling showcases how smoke behaves in Taiwan's intense subtropical climate. Bottled at single cask strength, it is completely non-chill filtered to retain its natural honeyed gold colour, luxuriously creamy mouthfeel, and untamed aromatics.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
The Peatist Innovation: A deliberate exploration of smoky complexity, offering a unique departure from Kavalan's traditional fruit-dominant core line.
Cask Strength Purity: Kept intact at full cask strength (typically between 50% and 59.9% ABV) and non-chill filtered for a full-bodied, high-impact taste experience.
Subtropical Maturation: Accelerated aging in Yilan’s intense warmth allows the crisp vanilla of the bourbon oak to seamlessly meld with the underlying earthiness.
🥃 Tasting Notes
** Nose:** A subtle wisp of dry peat smoke opens up first, quickly giving way to layers of vibrant mango, banana, and fragrant longan. Sweet coconut cream, warm vanilla, and wild honey tie the bouquet together.
** Palate:** Velvety and soft. A base of vanilla butter cake and silky custard harmoniously balances with ripe tropical fruit, warming oak, toasted coconut, and a persistent layer of smoky peat.
** Finish:** Long-lasting and warming. It leaves a comforting reminder of rich vanilla cream, delicate baking spices, and a final, lingering trail of earthy, charcoal peat smoke.
📊 Product Details
Distillery: Kavalan Distillery
Origin: Yilan County, Taiwan
Volume: 700ml
Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Cask Strength (50% – 59.9% ABV, varies by cask)