Paul John Mithuna is a rich, unpeated Indian single malt from John Distilleries in Goa, part of Paul John's Zodiac series and named for Gemini, the sign of the twins. Matured in American virgin oak and finished in ex-bourbon casks, it is bottled at 58% ABV without chill filtration.
At 58% ABV, Mithuna is a big, full-strength whisky. The virgin oak gives it a thick, bold character, and Goa's warm climate accelerates the interaction between spirit and wood, so the whisky gains real depth and spice.
On the nose come liquorice and gentle beeswax with honey on crisp toast and tender vanilla. The palate brings coffee mocha, orange peel and delicate spice on active tannins, with gentle oils and dark cocoa, alongside dried stone fruit, soaked sultanas, coconut and cardamom. The finish is long and complex, with multi-toned sugars, figs, dates and delicate honey.
Presented in a green box decorated with the Gemini twins, it is a superb choice for collectors of world whisky and a fine gift for anyone born under Gemini.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Liquorice, beeswax, honey on toast and vanilla.
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Palate: Coffee mocha, orange peel, dark cocoa, dried stone fruit, coconut and cardamom.
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Finish: Long and complex, with figs, dates and honey.
Specifications
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Producer: John Distilleries (Paul John)
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Style: Indian Single Malt Whisky, unpeated
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Expression / Batch: Mithuna, Zodiac series
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Proof / ABV: 116 proof (58% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: American virgin oak, finished in ex-bourbon casks
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Region: Goa, India
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
At 58% ABV, taste it neat first, then add water a little at a time; the fruit and mocha bloom with dilution, and the water softens the virgin oak tannins so the honey can come forward. It pairs with dark chocolate, spiced desserts or a full-bodied cigar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mithuna mean?
Mithuna is the Gemini sign in Paul John's Zodiac series.
How is it matured?
In American virgin oak, finished in ex-bourbon casks.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 58% ABV, without chill filtration.
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