Bold - Peated Single Malt Whisky from Paul John, Goa India.

Bold

BOLD INDIAN SINGLE MALT WHISKY

#PaulJohnBold

ABV 46%

Bold is a journey that leads you down the unexplored, unchartered terrains of Goa. It offers you a slice of its best-kept secrets, unravelling the mysteries, bit by little bit. This expression of ours invites you to leave the trail, tread the path less taken and plunge headlong into the delicious depths of Goa.

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 you've savoured it all, you are surprised by a hefty second wave of spice. This is followed by a cloudy, smoky feel that coats the roof of the mouth and leaves a tidal wave of dry molasses, peaty soot and a degree of copper in its wake.

Finish:

Bold has a light finish with a tinge of copper slowly making its presence known. You can also sense a gorgeous smoked mocha shaped by delicate and intricate spices.

Colour:

Liquid Gold

TASTING NOTES BY PAUL P JOHN AND MICHAEL D'SOUZA

IMPRESSION

Yellow fruits on the one side, different kinds of peat smoke on the other. To round off a great performance, the Paul John Bold gives a lengthy encore full of peatiness, spiciness and sweetness..

Barley Mania, Germany.

A gorgeous smoked mocha is given a third dimension by the busy, delicate and intricate spices; meanwhile the molasses have time to linger and morph into mocha; one of the most weighty and chewable Indian whiskies of all time.

Jim Murray, Whisky Bible.
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Bold - Peated Single Malt Whisky from Paul John, Goa India.

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Bright and refreshing nose with lots of citrus, fruit, subtle smoke and a touch of spice. Palate was much different with dark honey, coffee flavors. Oak and spice intensifies as you sit with it. Found this quite interesting.

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Sheer pleasure for the senses

The Paul John single malts are a genuinely enjoyable and celebratory experience be it with family, friends or business associates. One can sense the care and mastery with which the whisky has been created. The Paul John Bold is my favourite, being simultaneously smoky, fruity, and lightly spicy on the palate, such sheer pleasure for the senses.

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A smoky whisky from India

A smoky whisky from India made with barley dried over peat imported from Islay? Hell yeah, count me in... and not just for one dram as you can see from the fill level of my bottle!

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Bold is the latest expression from a premium single malt

What happens when you combine sweet, malted barley from tropical India with rich, coastal peat from Islay? This! @pauljohnwhisky's 'Bold' is the latest expression from a premium single malt brand that seems to be growing in popularity every day. It marks the 5th addition to Paul John's core lineup and the first made with peat imported exclusively from Islay.

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The BOLD is an absolute cracker

Can't get enough of this Paul John whisky! The BOLD is an absolute cracker. It's a younger whisky, but has massive flavor. The climate in Goa #India creates the perfect environment for rapid maturation. This #whisky is also peated with #peat from #Islay and #Aberdeen which is rather unique. Highly recommend this dram if you haven't tried!

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First Indian Whisky I have ever tasted - Paul John BOLD

On the nose you get fresh citrus notes, spices like pepper, hints of maple syrup and finally ash. On the palate the peatiness tastes a bit like a blend of laphroaig and bowmore

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Paul John Bold rightfully claim their place in the whiskey world

As with many Indian whiskeys, you do not notice Paul John Bold's supposed youth. I also liked the smoke and its intensity very much and meet my current taste quite well. John Distilleries definitely show with the Paul John Bold why they are one of the Indian distilleries who rightfully claim their place in the whiskey world.

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Paul John Bold gives a lengthy encore full of peatiness, spiciness and sweetness

To round off a great performance, the Paul John Bold gives a lengthy encore full of peatiness, spiciness and sweetness.

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This truly great whisky, so complex and absorbing

Paul John Indian Single Malt Bold, the smoke tries to rule the roost, but it is not allowed: a dizzying array of manuka honey

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Solid flavours with great structure and transitions, Perfect spice control

Intriguing profile - something I never had before. Unconventional combination of herbal, cream, nuts and peat worked like a charm here and it is immensely enjoyable!

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PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS WON BY BOLD

Liquid gold with a tinch of copper, the slightest whiff of smoke, a dizzy array of Manuka honey and a wave of dry molasses is what the Bold expression stands for. With an ABV of 46% the Bold expression has been bestowed with awards complementing its boldness ranging from the Meininger International Spirit Award, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold Award and the Liquid Gold Award by Jim Murray are just laurels to be named.

Singapore World Spirits Competition 2024

Singapore World Spirits Competition 2024, Paul John Bold, Gold

Issued by Singapore World Spirits Competition

Paul John Bold, The Great Indian Single Malt, yet again elevates luxury to new heights with its prestigious Gold Medal win at the Singapore World Spirits Competition 2024.

Singapore World Spirits Competition 2024

Issued by Singapore World Spirits Competition

Paul John Bold Global Taste Whisky Awards 2022

Paul John Bold Global Taste Whisky Awards 2022

Issued by Golbal Taste Awards 2022

Paul John BOLD wins prestigious accolades at the 2022 Global Taste Whisky Awards

Paul John Bold Global Taste Whisky Awards 2022

Issued by Golbal Taste Awards 2022

Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards 2020 - Gold - Bold

Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards 2020 - Gold - Bold

Issued by The Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards 2020 on Dec 01, 2020

We are delighted to announce that Paul John's Bold won Gold Medal at Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards 2020.

Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards 2020 - Gold - Bold

Issued by The Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards 2020 on Dec 01, 2020

Singapore World Spirits Competition 2019 - 2 Double Gold Award

Singapore World Spirits Competition 2019 - 2 Double Gold Award

Issued by The Singapore World Spirits Competition 2019 on Jun 19, 2019

The Great Indian Single Malt - Paul John CLASSIC and BOLD Strike 2 Double Gold Awards at Singapore World Spirits Competition 2019.

Singapore World Spirits Competition 2019 - 2 Double Gold Award

Issued by The Singapore World Spirits Competition 2019 on Jun 19, 2019

Drinks International 2019 Awards - Top 10 Best Selling Brands & Top 10 Trending Brands

Drinks International 2019 Awards - Top 10 Best Selling Brands & Top 10 Trending Brands

Issued by The Drinks International on Jan 17, 2019

A great moment for The Great Indian Single Malt! Paul John Whisky is proud to be part of Top 10 Best Selling Brands & Top 10 Trending Brands in the World Whisky Category published by Drinks International 2019 Magazine. Big thanks to all our patrons across the globe for all the love and support!

Drinks International 2019 Awards - Top 10 Best Selling Brands & Top 10 Trending Brands

Issued by The Drinks International on Jan 17, 2019

Spiritz 2018 Achievers Award - Bottle & Package of the Year

Spiritz 2018 Achievers Award - Bottle & Package of the Year

Issued by The Spiritz Magazine India on Nov 23, 2018

Paul John Whisky makes history at the esteemed Spiritz 2018 Achievers Award, by competing against top-shelf whiskies and winning 2 Gold Medals.

Spiritz 2018 Achievers Award - Bottle & Package of the Year

Issued by The Spiritz Magazine India on Nov 23, 2018

Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards - Whisky Trophy

Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards - Whisky Trophy

Issued by The Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards on Oct 09, 2018

Paul John Whisky creates history at the esteemed Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards, the only international wine & spirits competition in South Africa. Paul John BOLD was crowned with the much acclaimed Michelangelo Whisky Trophy.

Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards - Whisky Trophy

Issued by The Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards on Oct 09, 2018

World Whisky Masters 2018 - Silver Medal

World Whisky Masters 2018 - Silver Medal

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Jul 24, 2018

Paul John Whisky sweeps the board at The Spirits Business for the 6th consecutive year! Our BRILLIANCE, BOLD and CLASSIC Select Cask won Silvers in the Single Malt Super Premium and Premium Categories of the World Whisky Masters 2018.

World Whisky Masters 2018 - Silver Medal

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Jul 24, 2018

International Wine & Spirit Competition IWSC 2018 - Silver Award

International Wine & Spirit Competition IWSC 2018 - Silver Award

Issued by The International Wine & Spirit Competition on Jul 24, 2018

Paul John BOLD and CLASSIC Select Cask Single Malt Whisky won a Silver at the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2018.

International Wine & Spirit Competition IWSC 2018 - Silver Award

Issued by The International Wine & Spirit Competition on Jul 24, 2018

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018 Double Gold Award - Brilliance, Bold & Peated

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018 Double Gold Award - Brilliance, Bold & Peated

Issued by The San Francisco World Spirits Competition, USA on May 11, 2018

Paul John BRILLIANCE, BOLD and PEATED Select Cask won DOUBLE GOLD awardS in San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018.

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018 Double Gold Award - Brilliance, Bold & Peated

Issued by The San Francisco World Spirits Competition, USA on May 11, 2018

Òran Mór Best Overseas Whisky - BOLD

Òran Mór Best Overseas Whisky - BOLD

Issued by The Òran Mór, Scotland on Apr 01, 2018

At the recently held Òran Mór Whisky Awards 2018 at Glasgow, Scotland, our gorgeously peated Paul John BOLD was picked as the Best Overseas Whisky.

Òran Mór Best Overseas Whisky - BOLD

Issued by The Òran Mór, Scotland on Apr 01, 2018

Wizards of Whisky 2018 - Gold Awards

Wizards of Whisky 2018 - Gold Awards

Issued by The Wizards of Whisky World Whisky Awards on Feb 28, 2018

Paul John Bold, Peated Select Cask and Classic Select Cask expressions won the Gold Award at Wizards of Whisky World Whisky Awards 2018. Let's toast to this!

Wizards of Whisky 2018 - Gold Awards

Issued by The Wizards of Whisky World Whisky Awards on Feb 28, 2018

International Whisky Competition 2017 - Silver

International Whisky Competition 2017 - Silver

Issued by The International Whisky Competition on Oct 17, 2017

With Paul 89.2 points, Paul John - BOLD grabbed a Silver medal in the Best Indian Whisky category at International Whisky Competition 2017. The International Whisky Competition is an event that takes place annually in Chicago in which whiskies are blind tasted and rated by a professional tasting panel. The results are used to produce tasting notes for an International Whisky Guide.

International Whisky Competition 2017 - Silver

Issued by The International Whisky Competition on Oct 17, 2017

World Whisky Masters 2017 Silver - BOLD

World Whisky Masters 2017 Silver - BOLD

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Aug 16, 2017

At the recently held World Whisky Masters 2017, Paul John Whiskies received a shower of applause from the judges and have been bestowed with two golds and two silvers in the Premium and Super Premium categories. Bold won Silver medal in India Single Malt Premium category.

World Whisky Masters 2017 Silver - BOLD

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Aug 16, 2017

IWSC 2017 SILVER AWARDS

IWSC 2017 SILVER AWARDS

Issued by The International Wine and Spirit Competition on Jul 26, 2017

The connoisseurs have spoken, and our expressions have been adjudged one of the finest in the world again. At the recently concluded IWSC Awards, all 5 expressions we entered picked up awards bagging 4 silvers and one bronze.

IWSC 2017 SILVER AWARDS

Issued by The International Wine and Spirit Competition on Jul 26, 2017

MEININGERS INTERNATIONAL SPIRITS AWARDS 2017, GERMANY

MEININGERS INTERNATIONAL SPIRITS AWARDS 2017, GERMANY

Issued by The Meiningers International Spirits Awards, Germany. on Jul 11, 2017

Awards and accolades keep pouring in for The Great Indian Single Malt and we are delighted to announce that two of our flagship expressions Edited and Bold have won Gold while Classic has won Silver at the Germany's most prestigious Meiningers International Spirits Awards 2017.

MEININGERS INTERNATIONAL SPIRITS AWARDS 2017, GERMANY

Issued by The Meiningers International Spirits Awards, Germany. on Jul 11, 2017

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017 - DOUBLE GOLD & BEST OTHER WHISKY

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017 - DOUBLE GOLD & BEST OTHER WHISKY

Issued by The San Francisco World Spirits Competition, USA on May 15, 2017

Paul John Single Malt Whisky creates history again! Bold scored a resounding victory over a 100 whiskies from all over the world as the "Best Other Whisky" in the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017. Bold is the first Indian whisky to win the honour in the history of the competition.

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017 - DOUBLE GOLD & BEST OTHER WHISKY

Issued by The San Francisco World Spirits Competition, USA on May 15, 2017

Wizards of Whisky Award 2017 Gold

Wizards of Whisky Award 2017 Gold

Issued by The The Whisky Tasting Club on Feb 03, 2017

Gold Medal - Paul John Bold, Classic Select Cask and Peated Select Cask.

Wizards of Whisky Award 2017 Gold

Issued by The The Whisky Tasting Club on Feb 03, 2017

Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016

Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016

Issued by The Spirits Selection on Aug 31, 2016

Gold Medal for Bold & Peated Select Cask Single Malts.

Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016

Issued by The Spirits Selection on Aug 31, 2016

The Global Luxury Masters 2016

The Global Luxury Masters 2016

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Aug 31, 2016

Super Premium Gold Award - Brilliance & Bold Single Malts.

The Global Luxury Masters 2016

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Aug 31, 2016

The World Whisky Masters 2016

The World Whisky Masters 2016

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Jul 31, 2016

Premium Silver Award - Brilliance & Bold Single Malts.

The World Whisky Masters 2016

Issued by The The Spirits Business on Jul 31, 2016

International Wine & Spirit Competition - IWSC 2016

International Wine & Spirit Competition - IWSC 2016

Issued by The IWSC on Jun 30, 2016

Silver Award for Brilliance, Edited, Bold, Classic and Peated Whiskies.

International Wine & Spirit Competition - IWSC 2016

Issued by The IWSC on Jun 30, 2016

Bristol Whisky Festival 2016

Bristol Whisky Festival 2016

Issued by The The Whisky Lounge on Apr 30, 2016

Stand of the day, Silver Award - Paul John Whiskies.

Bristol Whisky Festival 2016

Issued by The The Whisky Lounge on Apr 30, 2016

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Award 2016

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Award 2016

Issued by The Whisky Bible on Dec 31, 2015

Liquid Gold Award Brilliance: 94.5 Edited: 96.5 Bold: 95.5 Select Cask Classic: 95 Select Cask Peated: 96.

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Award 2016

Issued by The Whisky Bible on Dec 31, 2015

Wizards of Whisky Awards 2016

Wizards of Whisky Awards 2016

Issued by The The Whisky Tasting Club on Dec 31, 2015

Gold Medal - Bold, Classic Select Cask and Peated Select Cask Expressions. India has reinforced its reputation for great New World whisky, with the highest concentration of gold medals than anywhere else in the world in this year's Wizards of Whisky.

Wizards of Whisky Awards 2016

Issued by The The Whisky Tasting Club on Dec 31, 2015

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Award 2015

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Award 2015

Issued by The Whisky Bible on Dec 31, 2014

Liquid Gold Award.

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Award 2015

Issued by The Whisky Bible on Dec 31, 2014