Finished in port barrels, Kavalan Concertmaster is a blend of different vintages initially aged in American oak barrels before being aged in ruby, tawny and vintage port barrels. This batch, a rich, gourmand single malt that showcases Kavalan’s unique charm.
Style: Rich and exotic.
Alcohol: 40%
Palate:
Brown sugar mixed with ground cinnamon and white pepper, doused in good Port. A core of white oak warmth.
Please note that taste might differ between individuals
Nose:
Red grapes and clove, followed by a good whack of vanilla. A little bit of tobacco leaf and cookie dough.
Expert review:
Master of Malt
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.
Background:
Finished in port barrels, Kavalan Concertmaster is a blend of different vintages initially aged in American oak barrels before being aged in ruby, tawny and vintage port barrels. This batch, a rich, gourmand single malt that showcases Kavalan’s unique charm.