Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 Indian Single Malt Whisky

The 2022 edition of Paul John's Christmas malt brings together four different cask stories in one bottle, a layer more complex than the following year's release.

Expert's description

Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 Indian Single Malt Whisky is an Indian Single Malt Whisky matured in ex-bourbon casks, used brandy casks and casks that previously held both oloroso sherry and peated whisky, bottled at 46%.

The four different cask types give the Christmas malt chestnut-brown hues and a depth of spice, baked apple and dark chocolate, making it a natural companion for dark December evenings.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers spice, baked apple and dark chocolate.

Palate

The palate is warm and round with a hint of peated malt from the previous whisky casks.

Finish

The finish is long with a closing spiced sweetness.

Specifications

Distillery: Paul John
Region/Country: Goa, India
Type: Indian Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 46 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Ex-bourbon casks, used brandy casks and casks that previously held oloroso sherry and peated whisky
Edition: Christmas Edition 2022
EAN No.: 8904014809180

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Spicy · Fruity · Rich

Did you know?

Christmas Edition 2022 is composed of four different cask types, making it one of the most complex vintages in Paul John's Christmas line.

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Frequently asked questions about Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 Indian Single Malt Whisky

Is Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 peated?

No, Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 is not peated, and its character comes from the cask maturation instead.

Should Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 be served neat or with ice?

A single ice cube softens the heat from the high alcohol strength and opens up the flavour, though the whisky can also be enjoyed neat in a tulip glass.

What is ex-bourbon, brandy and oloroso sherry/peated whisky casks?

It is the cask type Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 is matured in, leaving a clear mark on both colour and flavour.

Where does Paul John whisky come from?

Paul John is produced in India, where the tropical climate pushes the whisky through the cask quickly, giving it a mature character in just a few years.

What makes Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 special?

The combination of the Indian climate, selected barley and ex-bourbon, brandy and oloroso sherry/peated whisky casks creates a flavour profile you will not find in Scotch or Irish whisky.

Is Paul John Christmas Edition 2022 a good gift?

Yes, it combines Paul John's acclaimed style with a story about Indian whisky, making it a safe gift choice.