Paul John Oloroso Select Cask Indian Single Malt Whisky

Oloroso Select Cask is Paul John's tribute to the dry, nutty sherry style, a whisky where Goa's heat meets the casks of Jerez.

Expert's description

Paul John Oloroso Select Cask Indian Single Malt Whisky is an Indian Single Malt Whisky matured in oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 48%.

The oloroso casks add a dry, nutty depth that sets it apart from the sweeter PX casks, and the result is a whisky with a distinct Spanish touch layered over the Indian base character.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers sherry fruit, dried fruit peel, dates, walnuts and malt.

Palate

The palate gives blackberry, honey cake, dark chocolate, spiced oak and orange.

Finish

The finish carries notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and redcurrant jelly.

Specifications

Distillery: Paul John
Region/Country: Goa, India
Type: Indian Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 48 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Oloroso sherry casks
Edition: Oloroso Select Cask
EAN No.: 8904014803294

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Nutty · Spicy · Rich

Did you know?

Oloroso sherry is traditionally the driest of the sherry styles, giving Select Cask a different, nuttier character than most PX-matured whiskies.

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Frequently asked questions about Paul John Oloroso Select Cask Indian Single Malt Whisky

Is Paul John Oloroso Select Cask peated?

No, Paul John Oloroso Select Cask is not peated, and its character comes from the cask maturation instead.

Should Paul John Oloroso Select Cask 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 oloroso sherry casks?

It is the cask type Paul John Oloroso Select Cask 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 Oloroso Select Cask special?

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

Is Paul John Oloroso Select Cask a good gift?

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