Paul John Single Malt Whiskey Christmas Edition 2023
Paul John Single Malt Whiskey Christmas Edition 2023
Indulge in the festive spirit with the 6th edition of the limited Christmas Edition series from the esteemed Paul John Single Malts! Born amidst the exotic shores of tropical Goa along the west coast of India, the Paul John Christmas Edition 2023 is a testament to craftsmanship and celebration. This exquisite unpeated malt is meticulously matured in ex-bourbon casks before being finished in a Single Vintage Colheita Tawny Port Cask, imparting rich and luxurious flavors that evoke the joy of the season. Highly anticipated by whisky enthusiasts worldwide, each malt in the Christmas Edition series holds a special place in hearts and on shelves, making Christmas all the merrier with its presence.
Tasting Notes
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
Some bottles arrive dressed for the season, and this one earns it. The sixth release in Paul John's limited Christmas Edition series is an unpeated single malt from Goa, on India's west coast, matured in ex-bourbon casks and then finished in a Single Vintage Colheita Tawny Port cask. The result shows in the glass: radiant tawny color, a nose of creamy vanilla custard, dark chocolate and rich dried fruit, then a palate of sweet oak, mocha, warm caramel and soft spice before a long, fruity finish. It suits the whisky lover who enjoys dessert-leaning malts, the host who sets out something special after the holiday meal, or a colleague or relative you want to thank at year's end. Because it is unpeated, it is also an approachable pick for someone newer to single malt who likes richer, sweeter styles. Encourage them to pour it neat or with a splash of still water, ideally alongside fruit cake or chocolate truffles, and to share it with the people around the table.
Pairs well with
- Chocolate truffles — The whisky's dark chocolate and mocha notes echo the truffles while its caramel sweetness rounds out the bite.
- Holiday fruit cake — Rich dried fruit and soft baking spice in the whisky mirror the candied fruit and warm spices of a classic fruit cake.
- Christmas dinner host gift — Its festive edition and dessert-friendly profile of vanilla, caramel and fruit make it a natural bottle to open as a digestif after the holiday meal.
Questions about this bottle
How is the Paul John Christmas Edition 2023 matured?
It is matured in ex-bourbon casks and then finished in a Single Vintage Colheita Tawny Port cask. That port finish contributes to the rich, fruity character described in the tasting notes.
Is this whisky peated or smoky?
No. This release is an unpeated malt, so its profile leans toward creamy vanilla, dark chocolate, dried fruit, mocha and caramel rather than smoke.
Where is it made and what is it made from?
It comes from Paul John Distillery in Goa, on the west coast of India, and is made from malted barley. It is the sixth edition of the distillery's limited Christmas Edition series.
What does it taste like and how should I drink it?
Expect vanilla custard, dark chocolate and dried fruit on the nose, then sweet oak, mocha, caramel and soft spice on the palate, with a long, fruity finish. The producer suggests serving it neat or with a splash of still water, or as a post-dinner digestif.
