Millwater Malt of the Month

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Paul John – Edited, Indian single malt whisky

I know we have featured an Indian whisky before, but it’s well worth revisiting the sub-continent once more, to review another – and one of the best kept secrets I know. ‘Edited’ is an Indian single malt whisky created by Master Distiller Michael John, using Indian 6-row barley as well as peated Scottish barley. The final vatting contains 15% of the peated spirit, with maturation taking place in bourbon casks. This whisky was first launched in the UK in 2012, to critical acclaim from whisky connoisseurs and whisky lovers. Demand has since seen John Distillery whiskies become available across Europe, Scandinavia, Australia, Singapore and New Zealand. Highly-rated by the Jim Murray Whisky Bible at 96.5 points.

Nose: Toasted cereal, big barley and honey notes. Slight vegetal peatiness, lemon and seaweed. Some beach bonfire but the peat is not overpowering. Malty.

Palate: Wood spices, grassy barley and then the most gentle of peat notes. These dissolve into the palate and grow in intensity.

Finish: A slight touch of mocha and chocolate mint, together with a delightful molasses note at the end. Sublime!

70cl 46% ABV. Target price below $90 (available online and elsewhere)