Kavalan

Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique, Vinho Barrique Cask, Cask #1001030, 2024, 57.1%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 24
Average Score
Avg 92
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Description

Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique is a single malt Taiwanese whisky from the Kavalan Distillery, known for its innovative approach to whisky making in Taiwan's subtropical climate. This expression is part of the Solist series, meaning it is a single cask, cask strength release. It is fully matured in re-toasted American oak wine barrels (Vinho Barrique), which previously held both red and white wines. This maturation process imparts a bold and complex flavor profile, characterized by fruity vanilla notes, dark chocolate, and a blend of tropical and citrus fruits. The Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique has received significant international acclaim, including being named 'World's Best Single Malt Whisky' at the 2015 World Whiskies Awards.

Change-22.3%
LatestSGD 216
HighSGD 279
LowSGD 179
SGD 290SGD 249SGD 208SGD 167Price (SGD)Observed dateDec 7Feb 9Mar 9Dec 7 - SGD 278 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Dec 7, 2025Feb 8 - SGD 279 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Feb 8, 2026Feb 9 - SGD 179 - Whisky Auctioneer - Feb 9, 2026Mar 9 - SGD 216 - Whisky Auctioneer - Mar 9, 2026

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Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Mar 9, 2026SGD 216.25
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Feb 9, 2026SGD 179.23
Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Feb 8, 2026SGD 278.55
Cask type
Vinho Barrique Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Unpeated
Single cask
Yes
Non-chill filtered
Yes
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
1001030
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
Malted barley imported from Scotland
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
Ian Chang
Limited edition
No
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Cork
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
Solist Series (Single Cask Strength)
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Vanilla, caramel sweetness, red wine mustiness, cooked red fruit, bourbon-y notes, oaky tannins, hints of maple, orange, dark chocolate, ripe melon, mango, kiwi, citrus fruits, pepper.
Palate
Corn sweetness, caramel, plum/red fruit, orange, dark muscovado sugar, buttery note, spicy, red currant, oak, vanilla, dark chocolate, cinnamon, jammy notes (blueberry, strawberry), prunes, dates, honey.
Finish
Long, hot, sweet corn, dark fruit, honey, allspice, vanilla, chocolate, cold espresso, drying.
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