Kauai Distilling Company Kapahi Bourbon Whisky

An island-born bourbon, the Kauai Distilling Company Kapahi Bourbon Whisky delivers a smooth, approachable spirit with gentle sweetness and refined depth. Crafted from Hawaiʻi-grown corn, this whiskey marries rustic authenticity with delicate balance—ideal for sipping alongside chocolate or a Kauai cigar.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Kapahi is born of Kauai's volcanic soils. The corn is grown on island farms, then distilled in Washington using additional rye and barley grains. Twice distilled, this straight bourbon is aged for a minimum of two years in charred new American oak barrels—and never blended—creating a true single-origin expression. 

Tasting Profile

Nose: Delicately smooth with impressive depth. 
Palate: Richly balanced—sweet grain character surfaced by subtle spice and oak. 
Finish: Long, smooth, and satisfying—best savored slowly. 

Additional tasting notes from a small-batch barrel aged 2.5 years reference hints of vanilla, chocolate, and citrus—showcasing the brand’s flavor evolution.

On WhiskyBase, reviewers noted fruity brightness (pear, apple, spice) layered with butterscotch, medicine, and a finish of apple—painting a lively, complex profile. 

Cocktail & Serving Uses

Kapahi shines neat or with a single large ice cube, pairing beautifully with chocolate or a well-crafted cigar. It also lends itself to simple, spirit-forward cocktails—especially those that benefit from its gentle sweetness and grain-driven nuance. 

Quick Overview

Kapahi Bourbon Whisky is both an island treasure and a refined bourbon—offering a one-of-a-kind expression of Hawaiian provenance, thoughtful aging, and small-batch character.