Indian Single Malt Whiskies: The Rise of a New Whisky Nation
India is one of the world’s largest whisky-drinking nations by volume. However, much of what is consumed domestically is not considered “whisky” in global fine spirits classification, as it is often made from molasses-based spirit or blended grain spirit.
In recent years, however, India has begun to establish a serious presence in the world of fine single malts—starting with the global breakthrough of Amrut. Today, a new generation of Indian single malt whiskies is earning recognition among discerning whisky drinkers worldwide.
Kadamba Single Malt
Made by the Cheers Group in Goa, Kadamba is aged in ex-bourbon, sherry, and virgin American oak casks. It won the Bronze Medal at the World Whiskies Awards 2024.
Crazy Cock Single Malt
Produced by South Seas Distilleries in Dahanu, Maharashtra, Crazy Cock comes from a family distillery with four generations of heritage. Known for its large aging warehouses and traditional stills, the distillery has long produced malt for white-labelling.
Crazy Cock is their first branded release, launched in two expressions: Double Oak and Dhua, a lightly peated variant.
Longitude 77
From Pernod Ricard, Longitude 77 is blended and bottled in Nashik. The whisky is matured in ex-bourbon and wine casks and features a map of India on its label.
Amrut
Made in Bengaluru, Amrut is the pioneer of Indian single malt whisky on the global stage. In 2010, Amrut Fusion was ranked the 3rd best single malt whisky in the world.
Paul John
Produced in Goa and launched in 2012, Paul John whiskies have gained international acclaim. Paul John Kanya was recently named the Best Asian Whisky in Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible.
Master Distiller: Michael D’Souza
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Rampur
Produced by Radico Khaitan in Uttar Pradesh, Rampur is a premium Indian single malt whisky that was initially launched for international markets before entering India.
Master Distiller: Anup Barik
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