Yushan Bourbon Cask Nantou Distillery Single Malt Whisky Taiwan 70 cl 46%

From Taiwan's mountains comes a single malt named after the island's highest peak.

Expert description

Omar Yushan Bourbon Cask is a Taiwanese Single Malt Whisky matured in ex-bourbon casks. Omar is produced by Nantou Distillery, founded in 1978 as part of Taiwan Tobacco & Liquor Corporation and home to whisky production since 2008. The name Omar combines 'Old Man' with the Taiwanese word for whisky, while the Yushan range is named after Taiwan's highest mountain. Nantou is located in central Taiwan, where the subtropical climate with high humidity and wide temperature swings drives significantly faster maturation than in traditional whisky regions.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers vanilla, tropical fruit and a hint of coconut.

Palate

The palate is sweet with caramel, banana and light honey.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, soft and fruity.

Specifications

Name: Omar Yushan Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky
Distillery: Nantou
Region/Country: Nantou, Taiwan
Type: Taiwanese Single Malt Whisky
Cask type: Ex-bourbon casks

Flavour profile

Tropical · Sweet · Fruity · Soft

Did you know?

The Yushan range is named after Taiwan's highest mountain, Yu Shan, which rises nearly 4,000 metres above sea level — a nod to the distillery's pride in Taiwanese nature and identity.

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Frequently asked questions about Omar Yushan Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky

Why does Taiwanese whisky mature faster than Scotch?

The subtropical climate, with high humidity and wide temperature swings, drives far more intense interaction between whisky and cask than Scotland's cooler climate.

What does the name Omar mean?

It's a contraction of the English 'Old Man' and the Taiwanese word for whisky.

How is Omar Yushan Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky best served?

Neat or with a single ice cube to highlight the tropical notes.

Is Yushan Bourbon Cask Nantou Distillery Single Malt Whisky Taiwan 70 cl 46% a good gift idea?

Yes, Yushan Bourbon Cask Nantou Distillery Single Malt Whisky Taiwan 70 cl 46% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

How should Yushan Bourbon Cask Nantou Distillery Single Malt Whisky Taiwan 70 cl 46% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

What characterises the Nantou style?

Nantou is known for a warm, tropical climate that gives unusually fast maturation compared to Scotland.