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Kavalan Launches Rare Palo Cortado Whisky

Completing the Sherry Family Collection

Kavalan Distillery, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship in Taiwanese whisky, recently unveiled its latest offering—Kavalan Solist Palo Cortado. This rare spirit has quickly garnered attention and is selling out rapidly after its debut in Taiwan. As the seventh and final addition to their esteemed sherry cask collection, this release builds on Kavalan's commitment to producing high-quality whiskies.

Spanning a diverse portfolio of sherry cask aged whiskies—Fino, Oloroso, Amontillado, Manzanilla, Pedro Ximénez, Moscatel, and now Palo Cortado—Kavalan’s offerings stand out not only for their flavor profiles but also for their unique maturation processes. Each whisky is bottled at single cask strength, ensuring that connoisseurs experience the fullest expression of flavor without any chill-filtration or additives, preserving the natural hues.

The Unique Nature of Palo Cortado

Palo Cortado sherry is notoriously rare, making up less than one percent of global sherry production. Kavalan’s CEO, YT Lee, highlighted the significance of this launch, emphasizing that the Solist Palo Cortado serves as a grand finale to the sherry cask family. The whisky is a harmonious blend of the elegance found in Amontillado sherry and the richness characteristic of Oloroso sherry, culminating in a complex flavor experience.

This expression delights the senses, with intricate aromas and flavors including cocoa powder, fragrant citrus, and a delightful medley of dried fruits and pastries. Notably, tasting notes showcase orange pound cake intermingled with vanilla and toasted biscuit flavors, leaving a lingering sense of caramel toffee. The interplay of these rich flavors captures the essence of the unique Palo Cortado casks that the whisky was aged in.

Packaging and Availability

The presentation of the Kavalan Solist Palo Cortado adds another layer of allure to the product. The vibrant yellow packaging reflects the elegance of the whisky, symbolizing its broad compatibility with various culinary pairings. Each bottle is encased in a meticulously crafted wooden box that accentuates the whisky's sophistication.

This exclusive whisky can be found at Kavalan’s official sales channels in Taiwan, including their distillery shop, select whisky stores, a dedicated whisky bar, and various local liquor vendors, allowing eager customers easy access to this limited-edition release.

About Kavalan Distillery

Established in 2005 in Yilan County, Kavalan Distillery has emerged as a pioneer in the production of single malt whisky in Taiwan. The distillery’s unique aging conditions, characterized by high humidity and heat, and the use of crystal meltwaters from Snow Mountain, contribute to the signature creaminess of their whiskies. Backed by the King Car Group, with approximately 45 years in beverage production, Kavalan has amassed over 900 awards, emphasizing its commitment to excellence in the industry.

The introduction of the Solist Palo Cortado not only emphasizes Kavalan's innovative spirit but also its adventure in defining whisky experiences in the global market. Drinkers worldwide are encouraged to explore the complex layers of flavors that this rare whisky offers, proving Kavalan's standing as a frontrunner in the realm of premium spirits.