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Single Malt Whisky
Kavalan Classic
Kavalan4.7(37 reviews)
Kavalan Classic is a single malt whisky from Taiwan, crafted at the foot of the Snow Mountain. Using pure meltwater and tropical maturation, it offers a vibrant, fruity character with a smooth finish. This non-chill filtered expression showcases the distillery's innovative approach, delivering a rich and complex profile that has won global acclaim.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹8,990/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹360
per 30ml
ABV
46%
Region
Taiwan
Category
Single Malts
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Kavalan Classic Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹7,500
GoaViewing
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹8,990+20%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹7,500
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹8,930+19%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹8,960+19%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹11,070+48%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹11,610+55%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹13,570+81%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹16,430+119%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹16,600+121%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹7,500 to ₹16,600 Official Regulatory Notice
Goa Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Goa are regulated by the Commissioner of Excise, Government of Goa under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
18+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
09:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
Licensed Retail Liquor Stores & Supermarkets
Possession Limit
Standard personal consumption; transit permit required for export
Inter-State Transit WarningCarrying liquor bottles outside Goa boundary requires an official Excise Transit Permit (max 2 bottles permitted with official receipt). Carrying without permit is a non-bailable offense in neighboring Karnataka and Maharashtra.
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
The Art of the Cask
This Kavalan Classic represents the pinnacle of barrel maturation. The interaction between the distillate and the wood in this premium expression results in a profound depth of character specifically for the Goa market.
The profile is anchored by Vanilla and Tropical fruit, characteristic of Kavalan's proprietary distillation process in Taiwan.
Flavor Intensity
sweet60%
smokey0%
spicy30%
fruity80%
body50%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Dark chocolate🧀
Grilled pineapple🍫
Blue cheese“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat makes Kavalan Classic unique?
Kavalan Classic is made from pure meltwater from Snow Mountain and matured in the tropical climate of Taiwan, which accelerates aging and imparts intense fruitiness.
QIs Kavalan Classic chill-filtered?
No, Kavalan Classic is non-chill filtered to preserve its full flavor and natural oils.
QWhat is the ABV of Kavalan Classic?
Kavalan Classic is bottled at 46% ABV.
QWhat awards has Kavalan Classic won?
Kavalan Classic has won multiple gold medals at international spirits competitions, including the World Whiskies Awards.
QHow should I drink Kavalan Classic?
Enjoy it neat or with a few drops of water to unlock its tropical fruit and vanilla notes.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NotePanaji, Goa • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Panaji and picked up Kavalan Classic. At ₹8,990 in Goa, this represents incredible value. The notes of Vanilla and Tropical fruit pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Pork Vindaloo. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteTito's Lane, Goa • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated single malt whisky by Kavalan. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Vanilla and Coconut. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Tito's Lane was a major hit, especially alongside local Goan Fish Curry!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteCalangute, Goa • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Kavalan's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Tropical fruit. At the Goa price of ₹8,990, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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