Day 8 direct from India we have a nice peated offering. If you like this whisky we have good news for you as it is commonly available from most whisky stores even though this whisky is likely quite young we find that it still has a reasonable amount of depth. We do home you enjoy
Whisky
Country: India
Age: NAS
ABV: 55.5%
History
John Distilleries were founded in Bangalore in 1992 by owner and chairman Paul P. John. The first Whisky produced here was marketed as “National Distilleries” and sold on the Indian low-price market. In 1995, the company was renamed John Distilleries and released the Original Choice Blend, which was much more focused on quality and became successful very soon. An argument with Allied Distillers due to the similarity in name with their ‘Officer’s Choice’ brand could only shortly delay the rise of Original choice.
In 2008, John Distilleries bought Chitali Distilleries Limited for approximately 4.3 million US dollars, which enabled them to produce enough neutral alcohol to further increase the production of their Blends.
John Distilleries have meanwhile broadened their range by brandies such as Mont Castle and Roulette, and by Wine and Salute Vodka.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Walnut, barley sugar sweets and classic earthy peat notes. A touch of salt.
Taste: More BBQ smoke, more sugar, more slightly damp earthy notes. Hints of tropical fruit and spice.
Finish: Bitter orange peels on the finish.