Kavalan Distillery is launching its first-ever whisky with an age statement, matured in four unique casks: ex-Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry, Ruby Port, and Puncheon. The release marks a milestone in the journey of this Taiwanese distiller, also being launched on the same day in 2006 when their first Taiwanese-made new make spirit rolled off the stills. 

The Kavalan 15 Years Old Single Malt Whisky 2025 Edition is bottled at 43% ABV, with only 30,000 bottles released globally, representing rare stock from the subtropical distillery’s ultra-aged whisky selection.

CEO Mr YT Lee said the 2025 edition has been masterfully blended using hand-selected aged whisky reserves, drawing on the four distinct cask types. “We wanted to achieve extraordinary depth and balance with multiple layers of complexity befitting of a high-age statement whisky. So we created a formula based on a four-cask maturation that would maximise the characteristics of each cask and achieve a rich harmony in the final product."

Official Tasting Notes

Colour: Golden caramel

Nose: Captivating aromas of caramel apple mousse, fresh chocolate, walnut cinnamon rolls, and creamy popcorn, intertwined with subtle hints of dried tangerine peel and plum. The finish reveals the sweetness of toffee and black date fruit, evoking a warm, indulgent sweetness.

Palate: Lush citrus aromas of bergamot, lemon, orange, and grapefruit dance with the sweet whispers of dried cranberries, raisins, and longan, unfolding into velvety notes of dark chocolate gelato and caramel walnut coffee mousse. The finish lingers with the comforting warmth of woody cinnamon spice.

Kanpai!

88 Bamboo Editorial Team