Exclusive Oloroso Sherry & Ex-Bourbon Cask Strength Single Malts Now Available
SAN FRANCISCO, March 11, 2025 – Taiwan’s award-winning single malt whisky producer, Kavalan, is celebrating 15 years of excellence with the U.S. launch of its oldest whiskies to date. The Kavalan 15th Anniversary Vintage 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky (56.3% ABV, 750ml, $1,000 SRP). Kavalan 15th Anniversary Vintage 2009 ex-Bourbon Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky: (50% ABV, 750ml, $1,000 SRP). These are limited-time releases available in select markets.
Imported by Hotaling & Co., these ultra-premium single-cask, cask-strength whiskies showcase the subtropical maturation. This quality has made Kavalan a leader in the global whisky scene.
A Milestone for Kavalan Whisky
Kavalan, Taiwan’s first private distillery, has gained international acclaim, winning prestigious awards such as:
🏆 IWSC’s Distillery of the Year
🏆 Spirits Producer of the Year
🏆 World Whiskies Awards’ World’s Best Single Malt
Why This Release Is Special
🔹 Limited-Edition Vintage: Both expressions come from the 2009 distillation year. This year marks the debut of these cask types in the Solist Series.
🔹 Cask Strength: Non-chill-filtered, preserving their full, natural flavor.
🔹 Collector’s Packaging: Featuring burgundy red (Sherry) and peacock green (Bourbon) hues, symbolizing whisky maturation.
🔹 Exclusivity: Available in select U.S. states only (CA, IL, LA, MD, D.C., NY, TX).
“Whisky lovers around the world now have a chance to enjoy this unique piece of Kavalan’s history,” says Kavalan CEO Mr. YT Lee.
“2009 marked the debut of these casks in the Solist Series, setting a new benchmark for Taiwanese whisky. We’re excited to see the enthusiasm these anniversary editions will generate,” adds Hotaling & Co. CEO Dan Leese.
Tasting Notes
Kavalan Vintage 2009 Oloroso Sherry Single Cask Strength (56.3% ABV, $1,000 SRP)
🥃 Matured in exceptional Spanish Oloroso Sherry casks, this whisky is rich, smooth, and complex, featuring:
✅ Color: Dark raisin
✅ Nose: Plum, dried fruits, citrus, caramel, cherries, raisins, almonds, vanilla
✅ Palate: Dark chocolate, espresso, brown sugar, rich woody notes, cinnamon, clove
Kavalan Vintage 2009 ex-Bourbon Single Cask Strength (50% ABV, $1,000 SRP)
🥃 Aged in American ex-Bourbon barrels, this whisky offers tropical fruit complexity and velvety richness, with:
✅ Color: Luminous deep amber
✅ Nose: Honey, syrup, roasted almond, stone fruit, vanilla, malt, toasted bread, rose oil
✅ Palate: Almond tofu, tropical fruits, vanilla ice cream, buttery cake
Where to Buy Kavalan’s 15th Anniversary Whisky
📍 Select retailers in: CA, IL, LA, MD, D.C., NY, TX
🔗 More information & distribution: hotalingandco.com | kavalanwhisky.com
About Kavalan Distillery
🏔️ Taiwan’s first whisky distillery (est. 2005)
💧 Uses Snow Mountain meltwater for purity and smoothness
🔥 Aged in a subtropical climate, creating Kavalan’s signature creaminess
🏅 800+ gold medals and industry awards
🔗 Visit: kavalanwhisky.com
About Hotaling & Co.
🌉 San Francisco-based importer of premium spirits
🥃 Portfolio includes: Luxardo, Nikka Whisky, HIRSCH, Junipero Gin, HINE Cognac, and more
🔗 Explore: hotalingandco.com
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