Paul John Brilliance 46% 70cl 1997

Paul John Brilliance 46% 70cl 1997Paul John Brilliance 46% 70cl Single Malt From Goa India Nose: After the slightest whiff of smoke, a dizzying array of Manuka honey, prickly spice and bourboneque red liquorice takes over. Palate: This melt in the mouth malt has the most profound flavours crashing in like waves. At first, the delivery feels sublimely silky and studded with oak like honey. And just when you think youve savoured it all, you are surprised by a hefty second wave of spice.

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some light coastal notes

Nose: A rich creamy forward note of honey and soft autumnal fruits

with a golden honeycomb and soft milk chocolate

Nose: Sweet with some gentle peat smoke

hints of Jaffa orange

red fruits and crispy brandy snaps

a tangy liquorice root

Some fresher notes push into the nose

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The blend also includes five- and six-year-old rums to add depth and textural richness