The first time Kavalan made waves in the whisky world, it was at a blind tasting in Scotland and it beat out some of the biggest names in the industry. Judges were stunned. Not because it was good, but because it came from Taiwan, a country no one expected to produce world-class single malt. That’s the magic of Kavalan: it doesn’t follow the rules. It sets new ones. The Distillery Select is their signature pour, bold, tropical, and crafted with the same award-winning DNA that put Kavalan on the map.

Kavalan Distillery Select 70cl (2 Bottles)
Brand: Kavalan | Category: Single Malt | ABV: 40% | Origin: Taiwan | Vol: 700ml x2

Tasting Profile
Nose: Like peeling a sun-warmed mango under a canopy of vanilla blossoms. There’s a soft touch of oak and a tease of caramelized sugar, like walking into a bakery just before sunrise.
Palate: Creamy, clean, and surprisingly lush. Layers of honey, malt, and tropical fruit glide over the tongue with the ease of silk sheets.
Finish: Warm and subtle, a lingering whisper of toasted nuts and mellow spice that stays just long enough to make you miss it.

Production Details
Kavalan’s secret lies in the heat. Taiwan’s climate matures whisky quickly, unlocking complexity in just a few years. The Distillery Select is aged in recharred and refill American oak casks, a choice that gives it clarity, softness, and a fruit forward charm that’s rare at this price point. Every sip is a reminder that time and terroir can rewrite tradition.

Perfect For
Pour it after a long day while vinyl spins in the background. It’s a great “starter” whisky for newcomers, but seasoned drinkers will appreciate its finesse too. Ideal for solo nightcaps or sharing with someone who claims they “don’t really like whisky”, until they try this.

Expert Notes
Kavalan has earned over 100 international awards, including World’s Best Single Malt. The Select may be more understated, but it’s no slouch, it carries the same pedigree in a lighter, more versatile profile. Bartenders love it. Collectors respect it. Drinkers trust it.

Customer Reviews
“This one made me a believer. I used to skip Asian whisky, not anymore.”   Ben L.
“It’s ridiculously smooth. Like, dangerously so. I poured two without noticing.”   Katrina M.
“Honestly? This might be my new everyday bottle.”   Rey T.

Interesting Fact
Kavalan takes its name from an indigenous Taiwanese tribe that once inhabited the land where the distillery now stands. Their legacy of boldness and independence inspired the brand’s spirit, quite literally.

Serving Suggestions
Enjoy it neat for full flavor. Add a splash of water to open up the mango and vanilla notes. Want it cooler? One large ice cube will soften the spice and bring out more sweetness without drowning the flavor.

Distillery Background
Launched in 2005 by the King Car Group, a company known more for coffee and food products, Kavalan was built in just nine months. What started as an audacious dream quickly became a global sensation. Surrounded by green hills and fueled by pure spring water from Taiwan’s Snow Mountain, the distillery is a symbol of what happens when precision, climate, and innovation collide.