Launched in 2012, Paul John Whisky quickly gained international recognition for its craftsmanship and bold character. Distilled in Goa, the brand benefits from the region’s tropical climate, which accelerates aging and deepens flavor. All whiskies are non-chill filtered and made without additives, emphasizing purity and terroir.
🏭 Distillery Highlights
- Location: Goa, India
- Founded: 1996 (whisky launched in 2012)
- Founder: Paul P. John
- Barley: Indian six-row malted barley
- Peat: Imported from Islay and Aberdeen for select expressions
- Distillation: Copper pot stills
- Maturation: Tropical aging in American oak and sherry casks
- Kosher Certified: Many expressions meet kosher standards
🥃 Core Whisky Range
| Expression | Type | ABV | Notes |
| Brilliance | Unpeated Single Malt | 46% | Fruity, honeyed, with barley sweetness |
| Edited | Lightly Peated | 46% | Earthy, smoky, with spice and cocoa |
| Bold | Heavily Peated | 46% | Intense, smoky, with maritime character |
| Nirvana | Entry-Level | 40% | Smooth, sweet, with vanilla and fruit |
| Select Cask Classic | Unpeated Cask Strength | ~55% | Rich, creamy, with tropical fruit |
| Select Cask Peated | Peated Cask Strength | ~55% | Smoky, bold, with oak and spice |
| Oloroso / PX Sherry Cask | Sherry Finish | ~48% | Nutty, sweet, with dried fruit and depth |
| Mithuna by Paul John | Luxury Edition | 58% | Complex, elegant, with chocolate and spice |
Sources: Paul John Whisky Official Site, Wikipedia – Paul John Whisky, John Distilleries News
🌟 What Makes Paul John Unique
- Tropical Maturation: Goa’s climate accelerates aging, creating rich flavors in fewer years
- Peat Diversity: Offers both unpeated and peated styles using imported peat
- Global Awards: Over 305 international awards including World Whiskies Awards and IWSC
- Luxury Editions: Mithuna and Kanya are part of the Zodiac series, showcasing rare craftsmanship
- International Reach: Available in over 44 countries
Paul John is a benchmark for Indian whisky excellence—bold, expressive, and globally respected. Whether you’re sipping the smooth Brilliance or exploring the smoky depths of Bold, each dram reflects the spirit of Goa and the vision of its founder.