The Kavalan Podium single malt whisky comes from the highly respected Kavalan Distillery in Yilan, Taiwan, and stands for the highest level of craftsmanship and tropical maturing conditions, which give the whisky its exceptional depth. Made from a pure mountain spring from Snow Mountain and matured in a warm and humid climate, this Taiwanese single malt whisky develops its characteristic, intense aroma. It is matured in a combination of first fill and refill American oak casks as well as fresh virgin oak casks, resulting in a perfectly balanced profile of vanilla, honey, tropical fruit and oak spice.
Bottled at 46% vol., the Kavalan Podium is neither chill-filtered nor colored, which preserves its natural character and full range of aromas. Taiwan's warm climate accelerates the maturation process considerably, allowing the whisky to achieve remarkable depth and complexity despite a comparatively short maturation period. The Podium is a prime example of the innovative strength of the Kavalan Distillery, which has been setting international standards for quality and style since it was founded in 2005.
Awards:
- Worldwide Whisky Producer of the Year - International Spirits Challenge 2025
- Distillery of the Year - International Spirits Competition 2021
- Distillery Visitor Centre Trophy - International Spirits Competition 2021
- Worldwide Whiskey Trophy - International Wine & Spirits Competition 2021
- GOLD International Wine & Spirit Competition 2019
- GOLD International Review of Spirits 2019
- DOUBLE GOLD San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018
- GOLD International Spirits Challenge 2017, 2016
- SILVER World Whiskies Awards 2015 (automated translation)
Tasting notes:
Color: Bright gold with an amber sheen.
Nose: Fresh tropical fruit, vanilla, honey, coconut, floral notes and fine woody spice.
Taste: Full-bodied and velvety with notes of mango, vanilla, honey, butter caramel, nuts and oak.
Finish: Long-lasting, warm and slightly spicy with a sweet and fruity aftertaste.
The Kavalan Podium unfolds its complex aromas best on its own or with a splash of water. In culinary terms, it harmonizes perfectly with grilled fish, Asian dishes with sweet and sour sauce or poultry in honey glaze, whose aromas are perfectly underlined by its fruity sweetness. It is also an excellent accompaniment to desserts with vanilla, caramel or fresh tropical fruit, which emphasize its creamy texture. As an accompaniment to a stylish evening, this single malt whisky, matured in virgin oak and American oak casks, offers a long-lasting, elegant and exotically aromatic moment of pleasure that bears the unmistakable signature of the Kavalan Distillery. (automated translation)
Distributor/Importer:
Salud GmbH, Kapelstraat 16, 5401 EC Uden, Niederlande, support@saluddistribution.nl
Producer/Distillery:
King Car Food Industrial Co. Ltd., No. 230, Roosevelt Rd., Sec. 3, Taipei, Taiwan
Brand:
Kavalan Whisky
Notices:
Storage instructions: Keep upright and avoid direct sunlight, high temperatures, or humidity.
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