Name: Paul John Edited

Where it comes from: Paul John Distillery, Goa
Paul John Whisky

ABV: 46%

Casks: Ex-Bourbon

Specialty: A very artisanal single malt whisky from the distillery. Created by a vatting of peated and unpeated whiskies in ex-bourbon casks. The whisky maintains the hallmark of the distillery with rich honeyed and sweet notes but is bolstered with gentle clean peat. This whisky is made from 6 rows Indian barley.

Tasting notes (From the distillery):

Nose: Honey and cocoa are laced with a hint of smokiness and a shot of espresso. A deeper whiff reveals fruity fragrances.

Palate: The grassy flavours of barley show up first, but gently make way for subtle peat notes. They slowly dissolve and pave the way for a rush of mint and mocha.

Finish: The finish is long and drawn out. You can sense a hint of spice and chocolate mint as it ends on gentle peat notes.

Why it should be a part of your celebrations: The next whisky on our list is from Paul John and it has good reason to be here. We call this whisky as a ‘gentle introduction to peat.’ For those who are likely to be put off with robust smokey drams, this whisky may perhaps change perspective. Ideal for those who are exploring flavour profiles in whisky.