Kavalan Peatist Oloroso Sherry Cask Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky

This bottle is a masterclass in complexity. The Kavalan Peatist Oloroso Sherry Cask uses deliberately peated malt. This is a pivotal distinction from their other lines. The spirit then matures entirely in the intense heat of Taiwan, inside high-quality Oloroso Sherry butts. This process accelerates the wood interaction, creating a dense, mahogany-colored liquid in just a few years. It delivers an unforgettable collision of flavors. Unlike a pure sherry bomb, the sweet Oloroso notes of raisin and fig are balanced by a delicate yet earthy layer of sweet smoke.

This is a single cask, cask-strength bottling. It means every drop is unfiltered and uncolored, maintaining the profound intensity and natural complexity drawn from the wood. It offers the best of both worlds: the rich, dark-fruit maturity of a well-aged sherry malt and the savory complexity of peat smoke. It’s an essential expression for collectors who want to see how this revolutionary Taiwanese distillery can reinvent classic flavor profiles.

Nose: Smoky peat weaves through tropical fruit, as pineapple and mango meld with buttery toffee, charcoal-roasted plums, and dark dried fruits. A hint of fresh herbs deepens the profile, with ripe raisins and figs adding richness.

Palate: Citrus and buttery toffee open on the palate, layered with dried pineapple and mango. Savoury-sweet black dates and candied plums enrich the peat. Hints of wood, cinnamon, and cloves create a delicate tannic texture, leading to a finish of chocolate, coffee, and nuts.

Finish: Long, warming and tannic—from tart stone fruit and dried berries to oak spices and earthy mint fading into sweet coffee and walnut echoes.

Pair with fig cake or prune tart for a harmonious dessert match.
Serve alongside dark chocolate ganache or walnut biscotti to complement the sherried richness.
Enjoy with aged blue cheese or Stilton to contrast its sweet, tannic depth with savory bite.