Kavalan Peatist Ex-Bourbon Cask Strength Single Malt Taiwanese Whisky (700ml)

Phenols play a supporting role rather than the lead in this moderately peated expression from KavaIan. Drawn from a single cask at natural-strength, there are two Peatist offerings to date, one from oloroso casks and this one, aged in select x-bourbon casks. Aimed at balancing refined wood spices and crisp vanilla with Kavalan's hallmark tropical richness, the outturns are relatively small, and along with the ABV (usually between 50-59.9%), specs will vary slightly between releases. Non chill filtered.

Other reviews... Very peaty, dry earth, light bonfire smoke, slightly salty, bitter, tannins, very woody, lots of apples, tropical fruits, vanilla. Finish oak decay, very peaty, less smoky, dry earth, a delicate scent of burnt matches, apples, citrus, albedo, lemon peel, overripe orange, a touch of tobacco at the very end. - whiskybase.com

Notes from the producers... Smooth and elegantly mature. Velvety vanilla butter cake meets sweet tropical fruit, while warm oak and coconut achieve perfect balance. Silky vanilla custard lingers, enhancing the whisky’s smoky peat. A long finish leaves a lasting impression....A wisp of peat opens, revealing layers of mango, banana, and fragrant longan. Coconut cream sweetness follows, infused with vanilla and honey for an inviting bouquet.