Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryPaul JohnSamuel Gulliver & Co
Region
CountryIndiaEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.2%47%
Age6 yr10 yr
Price£147.95£92.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner25/100
Value34/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £148.

For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£147.95 vs £92.95)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£92.95 vs £147.95)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Paul?

Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Fresh FruitOilyMedicinal

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Cooked FruitToasted

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