Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt [700ML]

Description

Looking for a single malt that bridges Scottish tradition with Taiwanese innovation through the art of port cask finishing?

Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish represents Taiwan’s most celebrated distillery at its finest, delivering a fruit-forward profile that rivals established Scotch expressions. This exceptional single malt undergoes dual maturation – first in American oak, then finished in carefully selected port wine barriques for enhanced complexity. Unlike traditional offerings such as our Bowmore 16 Years Ruby Port Cask, Kavalan’s tropical climate accelerates maturation, creating remarkably rich flavors in shorter aging periods.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Distillery: Kavalan Distillery, Taiwan – established 2005, first Taiwanese whisky distillery
• Region: Yilan County – subtropical climate enhances cask interaction
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced for showcasing port cask influence
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: American oak casks, finished in ruby port barriques for one year
• Tasting Notes: Brownish-red hue with tropical fruit aromatics, honey and vanilla on the nose. Rich palate delivers black cherry, plum compote, toasted coconut, with lingering sweet tannins and soft port wine finish
• Best Served: Neat at room temperature in a tulip glass

Our spirits specialists at Mr. Chow’s have evaluated countless port-finished expressions, and this Taiwanese gem consistently surprises with its velvety mouthfeel and pronounced red fruit character that distinguishes it from sherry-matured alternatives like our Tamdhu 15 Years Sherry Cask.

Ideal for: Whisky enthusiasts exploring Asian distilleries, collectors seeking award-winning expressions. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian desserts, dark chocolate, or spiced beef rendang. Recommended for: Those who appreciate innovative cask finishes – consider our Arran Amarone Cask Finish for similar wine-influenced complexity.