Kavalan Solist Peaty Cask brings together Taiwan’s vibrant tropical maturation and the depth of smoky cask influence. It’s an expression that feels bold yet refined, capturing Kavalan’s signature fruitiness wrapped in a gentle veil of peat inherited from the barrels that once held smoky whisky.

Kavalan Solist Peaty Cask 70cl
Brand: Kavalan | Category: Single Malt Whisky | ABV: Cask Strength (varies per release) | Origin: Taiwan | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Subtle peat smoke intertwined with sweet tropical fruit, warm vanilla, and soft oak, like a breeze carrying both fire and sweetness.
Palate: Rich, full, and layered, creamy mango, citrus oils, honeyed malt, and a clean thread of peat that lifts the flavors without overpowering them.
Finish: Long, warming, and gently smoky, with lingering fruit sweetness and a polished touch of oak.

Production Details:
Aged in casks that previously held heavily peated whisky, the spirit absorbs a refined smokiness while retaining Kavalan’s hallmark tropical intensity. Taiwan’s warm climate accelerates maturation, creating bold flavors and a concentrated, naturally rich mouthfeel at cask strength.

Perfect For:
Slow evening pours, sharing with smoky-whisky lovers, or savoring when you want peat influence without the heavy punch, balanced, elegant, and expressive.

Expert Notes:
Praised for its harmony of smoke and tropical sweetness, Solist Peaty Cask stands out as a unique fusion of Taiwanese character and Islay-inspired depth.

Customer Reviews:
“Perfect balance, smoky but still fruity. Really impressive cask.”
“Cask strength power with elegance. Loved every sip.”
“Not too peaty, just the right amount to make it interesting.”

Interesting Fact:
Although unpeated itself, the whisky gains its smoky profile entirely from the casks, making it one of Kavalan’s most intriguing and unexpected expressions.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat for full intensity, or add a few drops of water to soften the strength and reveal more fruit and vanilla behind the smoke.

Distillery Background:
Kavalan, located in Yilan County, is known for its pioneering role in Taiwan’s whisky scene. With a focus on climate-driven maturation, innovative cask use, and expressive flavor profiles, the distillery continues to redefine modern single malt craftsmanship.