Celebrate International Whisky Day with These Top 8 Newly Launched Whiskies
India’s whisky landscape is witnessing a dynamic shift with a wave of newly launched labels redefining the premium segment. From globally sourced blends to finely crafted single malts, these introductions reflect a growing focus on quality, innovation, and storytelling. With evolving consumer preferences and a rising appetite for luxury experiences, these whiskies seamlessly blend heritage craftsmanship with contemporary sophistication, catering to a new generation of discerning drinkers.
D'YAVOL Vortex
Price: Rs 5300
D’YAVOL Vortex is a lifestyle brand co-founded by Aryan Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, focusing on premium spirits, apparel, and accessories. It is a premium blended Scotch whisky crafted from a selection of single malt and single grain whiskies sourced across Scotland’s renowned regions, including Speyside, Highlands, Lowlands, and Islay. It offers a rich, malt-forward profile with layers of sherried sweetness, orchard fruits, creamy vanilla, and a touch of soft peat smoke, delivering a smooth yet complex finish. Bottled at 43.5% ABV and non-chill filtered, it is designed to provide a full-bodied, refined drinking experience with depth and character.
The GlenJourneys
Price: Rs 6400
The GlenJourneys-Cask Series, co-founded by Ajay Devgn, a single malt produced in the Scottish Highlands and its latest Cask Series, finished in Rum, Bourbon, and Sherry casks, has been developed specifically for the Indian market, reflecting both global whisky expertise and local consumer preferences. This finishing imparts notes of vanilla, caramel, toasted oak, and gentle sweetness. It’s done to add depth, smoothness, and complexity to the whisky’s character.
The Glenwalk Blended Scotch Whisky
Price: Rs 1500
The Glenwalk Blended Scotch Whisky, co-owned by Sanjay Dutt is a blend of fine malt and grain Scotch whiskies, matured in a variety of traditional oak casks resulting in a smooth dram with hints of fruit and warming spices. It is made using the traditional production method, which involves using malted barley that is soaked in water and allowed to germinate until the sugars are released. This is then fermented to create the blend.
MAHAVAT
Price: Rs 600
Mahavat is positioned firmly in the budget segment by SOM Group of Companies, making it a practical option for everyday occasions. The whisky carries a slightly dry character with subtle spice and light grain notes that keep the profile simple and straightforward. It’s best enjoyed with ice or mixers, especially for those who prefer lighter flavours without too much sweetness. Mahavat works well for larger gatherings where affordability is a priority and you want a whisky that most people can sip without fuss. While it doesn’t aim for complexity, it delivers consistency and decent value for money.
Madhvan
Price: Rs 990
Madhvan Whisky is a premium blended Indian whisky launched in 2025 by Uppal Brewers & Distillers. Crafted by combining Indian grain spirits with fine Scotch malt, it offers a smooth yet bold profile designed for modern consumers. The whisky opens with fruity and floral notes, followed by layers of honey, toffee, and vanilla, and finishes with a gentle spice and subtle oak warmth. Positioned in the sub-₹1000 segment, Madhvan reflects a new wave of contemporary, value-driven premium blends in India.
Rampur 1943 Virasat
Price: Rs 3500
Rampur 1943 Virasat is a premium Indian single malt that pays tribute to over eight decades of distilling heritage, rooted in the legacy of the Rampur distillery established in 1943. Crafted from select six-row Indian barley and distilled in newly designed pot stills, it balances tradition with modern refinement. Matured in American bourbon barrels and finished in ruby port casks, the whisky develops a layered profile with notes of vanilla, caramel, tropical fruits, and a subtle red fruit sweetness.
Morpheus Premium Whiskey
Price: Rs 1700
Morpheus Premium Whisky is a super-premium blended Indian whisky introduced in 2025, building on the legacy of the Morpheus brand. Crafted using imported Scotch malts and Indian grain spirits, it is matured in bourbon barrels to achieve depth and smoothness. It opens with floral and fruity aromas layered with hints of vanilla and honey, followed by a smooth palate of dried fruits, gentle spice, and oak. The finish is warm, soft, and lingering, making it a refined yet approachable option in India’s evolving premium whisky segment.
Oaksmith Nagomi
Price: Rs 1500
Oaksmith Nagomi blended whisky fuses aged scotch malts, American bourbons, and Japanese blending techniques to craft a full-bodied liquid that is sweet and fruity, and carries spicy notes with a distinct smoky hint and the experience is rounded off with a lingering woody undertone, imparted through careful oak cask aging, delivering a harmonious and refined finish.
