Paul John Nirvana Whiskey
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Overview
Paul John Nirvana is an Indian single malt whiskey that highlights the distillery's innovative use of locally grown six-row barley, offering a bold, grain-forward profile distinct from traditional two-row barley malts. Launched as a new expression from Goa-based Paul John, it emphasizes regional terroir in unpeated form with subtle smoky intrigue.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Indian Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% |
| Mashbill | Six-row barley |
| Release Info | New launch showcasing Indian six-row barley origins |
| Age | Minimum 5 years |
Good to know
Distilled at Paul John in Goa, India, this whiskey uses six-row barley for a pungent, rustic character that sets it apart in the single malt category. Despite being unpeated, it delivers faint smoke from the grain and maturation process. Expert reviews note its unpolished youthfulness alongside curious appeal.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Pungent grain, slightly nutty with alcoholic burn and overripe banana.
- Palate: Walnut oil and banana bread lead into subtle smoke and charred wood notes.
- Finish: Green and unpolished with rustic grain persisting like a young Highland malt.
Notable details
- Production: Matured in ex-bourbon casks.
- Lineage: From Paul John distillery in Goa, specializing in Indian whiskies.
- Comparison: Evokes young Highland malts in its raw, grain-driven rusticity.
- Availability: Recently released, available through specialist retailers.
"Paul John Nirvana is an unusual and intriguing Indian single malt that showcases the distinctiveness of six-row barley, though it remains somewhat rustic and unrefined." – Drinkhacker
A curious explorer's dram for those seeking offbeat single malts with bold, local grain character.
Sources
[1] Drinkhacker – "Review: Paul John Nirvana"
[2] Thewhiskeywash – "Paul John Nirvana Indian Whisky Review"