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Paul John Brilliance
Paul John4.7(1,600 reviews)
Paul John Brilliance is the acclaimed flagship unpeated Indian single malt whisky, meticulously matured in Goa's tropical climate. Crafted using premium Himalayan six-row barley, it is distilled in Goan copper pot stills and aged in active American ex-bourbon barrels before being bottled non-chill filtered at 46% ABV. It pours a beautiful copper-gold color. The nose is incredibly sweet and enticing, presenting pleasant aromas of wildflower honey, warm vanilla fudge, and sweet cinnamon. On the palate, it delivers a dense, velvety-smooth mouthfeel filled with delicious flavors of creamy caramel, ripe mangoes, toasted barley, and gentle oak spices, leading to a long, satisfyingly warm finish of honeyed grains.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹6,200/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹248
per 30ml
ABV
46%
Region
India (Goa)
Category
Single Malts
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Paul John Brilliance Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹3,200
MumbaiViewing
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹6,200+94%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹3,200
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹3,600+13%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹3,700+16%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹4,030+26%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹4,140+29%
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹4,200+31%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹5,330+67%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹5,480+71%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹3,200 to ₹6,200 Official Regulatory Notice
Mumbai Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Mumbai are regulated by the State Excise Department, Government of Maharashtra under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
25+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
FL-II Licensed Retail Wine & Liquor Shops
Possession Limit
Requires a state liquor permit; max 12 units (750ml bottles) with valid permit
Inter-State Transit WarningPossession and consumption of alcohol in Maharashtra requires a digital/physical liquor permit issued under the Bombay Prohibition Act, 1949.
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
The Art of the Cask
This Paul John Brilliance represents the pinnacle of barrel maturation. The interaction between the distillate and the wood in this premium expression results in a profound depth of character specifically for the Mumbai market.
The profile is anchored by Wildflower Honey Sweetness and Creamy Vanilla Fudge, characteristic of Paul John's proprietary distillation process in India (Goa).
Flavor Intensity
sweet65%
smokey0%
spicy35%
fruity60%
body70%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Mumbai Style Bhetki Fish Fry🧀
Clay-Oven Tandoori Chicken Tikka🍫
Grilled Garlic Butter Lobster🥘
Roasted Salted Pistachios“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is the alcohol percentage (ABV) of Paul John Brilliance?
Paul John Brilliance is bottled at a premium strength of 46% ABV (Alcohol by Volume) and is non-chill filtered to preserve its rich natural texture.
QIs Paul John Brilliance a peated or unpeated single malt?
Paul John Brilliance is an unpeated single malt, crafted to showcase the sweet natural grain and tropical fruit elements of Goan maturation.
QHow should Paul John Brilliance be enjoyed?
Brilliance is exceptionally smooth and is best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass, or with a tiny splash of water to open up its sweet vanilla and fruit aromas.
QWhat is the standard price of Paul John Brilliance in India?
The standard retail price of Paul John Brilliance is approximately ₹3,900 for a 750ml bottle, subject to state excise taxes and local duties.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NoteAndheri, Mumbai • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Andheri and picked up Paul John Brilliance. At ₹6,200 in Mumbai, this represents incredible value. The notes of Wildflower Honey Sweetness and Creamy Vanilla Fudge pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kheema Pav. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteBandra, Mumbai • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Single Malt Whisky by Paul John. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Wildflower Honey Sweetness and Ripe Mangoes & Apricots. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Bandra was a major hit, especially alongside local Kheema Pav!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteColaba, Mumbai • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Paul John's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Creamy Vanilla Fudge. At the Mumbai price of ₹6,200, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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