Kavalan Solist Ex Bourbon Cask B141231048A

Delicate, Juicy, Oak, Vanilla
2024-04-19

As the name suggests, this single malt from the Taiwanese Kavalan distillery was matured in ex-bourbon casks - more precisely in first fill ex-bourbon casks. The Solist series is Kavalan's product range for cask strength bottlings.

Kavalan Solist Ex Bourbon Cask B141231048A (Preview Image Source: Whiskybase)

Smell

A first breath reveals a captivating coconut note, accompanied by a hint of tropical fruit. Malty flavours mingle with enticing vanilla, honey and a hint of caramel. The presence of oak rounds off the bouquet.

Taste

Ein cremiges Mundgefühl begrüßt den Gaumen, begleitet von einem Hauch von Sirup. Vanille und Honig tanzen in perfekter Harmonie mit fruchtigen Noten, während eine subtile Getreidepräsenz die Sinne erfrischt. Wie ein sanfter Luftzug lässt sich die Eiche auf der Zunge nieder und offenbart eine enorme Tiefe.

Finish

The finish is of medium length and leaves a pleasant warmth. A subtle bitterness tickles the palate, while spicy and dry nuances leave a lasting impression.

Thoughts

The Kavalan Solist Ex Bourbon Cask could also be a powerful, malty bourbon. Its cask strength gives it an impressive intensity that carries the flavours very well and in a well-sorted manner. Anyone looking for a whisky with a tropical flair will find it here.

Rating: 86/100 - Excellent (Marcel: 85 | Sascha: 86)

Value for Money: 3/5 - Acceptable

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