Joe_C
Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt
Single Malt — Taiwan
Reviewed
April 7, 2017 (edited July 2, 2021)
Well... I suppose no distillery is perfect. I've come to appreciate so many of Kavalan's expressions that I'm a little crushed by this one's shortcomings. The nose has hints of honey and over riped figs (in an unpleasant way), with a palate that's oaked with notes of cinnamon. I wouldn't say it comes across as a typical port finished whisky - it's more winy than anything. And the finish is bitter and distasteful. This was not my cup of tea, or should I say not my ounce of spirit.
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In my opinion, this malt wants to many things at the same time. First-fill and refill bourbon casks, sherry casks plus a Port-finish! A malt does not necessarily become better when you throw in half a dozen of different cask types... Not to speak of the hefty price tag.