{"product_id":"kavalan-lan-single-malt-whisky","title":"Kavalan LÁN Single Malt Whisky","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eKavalan LÁN Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e is a refined Taiwanese single malt that showcases the lush tropical character and innovative cask maturation that have made Kavalan one of the world’s most exciting whisky producers. Smooth yet layered, it delivers creamy vanilla, orchard fruit, and gentle spice supported by elegant oak complexity. Crafted as a tribute to Taiwan’s orchid culture, LÁN offers a vibrant, approachable style that highlights the distillery’s signature balance between fruit sweetness and polished structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"602\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eKavalan Distillery, located in \u003cstrong data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eYilan County, Taiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e, was founded in \u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e2005 by the King Car Group\u003c\/strong\u003e and has rapidly gained global acclaim for producing world-class single malt whisky in Taiwan’s subtropical climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d1o1hv\" data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eDistillery Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bzxhs4\" data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"995\"\u003eYilan County, northeastern Taiwan, where pure spring water from \u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eSnow Mountain\u003c\/strong\u003e is used in production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uu9r9x\" data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eClimate Influence\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jrlhlo\" data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eTaiwan’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003ewarm, humid climate accelerates maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing rich flavor development in relatively short aging periods. \u003cspan class=\"\" 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data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eSTR Vinho wine casks\u003c\/strong\u003e (Shaved, Toasted, Re-charred) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eThese casks contribute layers of vanilla sweetness, nutty complexity, and rich fruit character. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hiba41\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eName \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xr38di\" data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eThe name \u003cstrong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e“LÁN”\u003c\/strong\u003e means \u003cstrong data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eorchid in Chinese\u003c\/strong\u003e, honoring Taiwan’s reputation as the “Kingdom of Orchids.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mj7r0k\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eBottling Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sm6k13\" data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003e43% ABV (86 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eThis combination of innovative cask finishing and Taiwan’s climate produces a whisky with remarkable richness and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1943\" 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Add whisky and top with soda water. Stir gently and garnish with a lemon twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3235\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3237\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3237\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003eOrchid Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3366\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kjj3rw\" data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3309\"\u003e2 oz Kavalan LÁN Single Malt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3iwlu8\" data-start=\"3310\" data-end=\"3336\"\u003e0.25 oz demerara syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mfsgvn\" data-start=\"3337\" data-end=\"3366\"\u003e2 dashes aromatic bitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3485\"\u003ePreparation\u003cbr data-start=\"3379\" data-end=\"3382\"\u003eStir with ice until chilled. 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