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Omar 5 Years Old Cask Strength, Bourbon, 54.3%
Omar 5 Years Old Cask Strength, Bourbon, 54.3%
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Omar 5 Years Old Cask Strength (Bourbon Cask) - The Pure Power of Taiwan\'s Nantou Distillery
Within the Taiwanese whisky community, it is often said: 'Look to Kavalan for Sherry, look to Omar for Bourbon.' This Omar 5 Years Old Cask Strength from the Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corporation (TTL) Nantou Distillery is bottled at 54.3% ABV. It perfectly illustrates the unique depth achieved through tropical maturation, making it a top choice for connoisseurs seeking excellence outside of Scotland.
Specifications
| Brand | Omar (Nantou Distillery) |
|---|---|
| Type | Single Malt Whisky |
| Distilled / Bottled | 2014 / 2019 |
| Age Statement | 5 Years Old (5YO) |
| Cask Type | Bourbon Cask |
| ABV | 54.3% Vol. (Cask Strength) |
| Volume | 700ml |
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Sweet vanilla, honey, and ripe tropical yellow fruits like mango and mature pineapple, accompanied by light oak spices.
- Palate: Powerful and robust entrance; notes of coconut milk, caramel, and a creamy texture intertwine on the tongue with rich layers.
- Finish: Long and clean finish, featuring woody warmth and a lingering sweetness of dried fruits.
Product Details
This Omar 5 Year Old Cask Strength Bourbon Cask is a small-batch masterpiece from the Nantou Distillery. Due to Taiwan\'s hot climate, the interaction between the spirit and the wood is much faster than in Scotland. In just 5 years, it extracts intense essences of vanilla and tropical fruit. For those who love the pure flavor of bourbon casks and want to explore beyond Scotch, this representative of Taiwanese whisky will not disappoint.
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Omar means \'Amber\' in Gaelic, symbolizing the whisky\'s enchanting color. Nantou Distillery, part of the Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corporation (TTL), is nestled in the mountains of Nantou County with access to excellent water quality. Since producing whisky in 2008, Omar has leveraged Taiwan\'s unique tropical climate (where the Angel\'s Share is significantly higher than in Scotland) to develop rich complexity in a short time.
This 54.3% Bourbon Cask Strength expression is non-chill filtered, preserving the most original flavors from the barrel. Nantou\'s bourbon style is famous for its elegant fruit sweetness and creamy texture, standing as a peer to Kavalan\'s intense sherry style. Bottled in 2019, despite its 5-year age statement, its maturity rivals Scotch whiskies aged 12 years or more, showcasing the magic of time at different latitudes.
「飲酒過量，有害健康」