A Master winner, Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt Whisky, was described by Spirits Business as having an “intense burst of flavours, that explode in the mouth, this delicate and smooth maltiness that rounds out the mouthfeel as well as sweet fruit”.
Taiwanese whisky has been a 'thing' for a while now, since 2008 in fact, but the highly-regarded Kavalan whiskies are now finally available in Europe!
This single malt whisky utilises Ruby Port, Tawny Port and Vintage Port casks from Portugal to finish whiskies that were initially matured in American oak.
Kavalan Concertmaster was named Best in Class at the 2011 International Wine & Spirit Competition.
NoseRed grapes and clove, followed by a good whack of vanilla. A little bit of tobacco leaf and cookie dough.
PalateBrown sugar mixed with ground cinnamon and white pepper, doused in good Port. A core of white oak warmth.
FinishRaisins, prunes, strawberry jam and another pinch of tobacco.
