Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Paul John
★ 5.00
£148
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Paul John |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 57.2% |
| Age | 10 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £147.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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).
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
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)
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.
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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 809) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)