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Top 10 Whisky in India: Of all the alcoholic drinks in India, whisky has one of the most loyal fan bases. Whatever the celebration be, people have a place for whisky. Whether it’s a pocket-friendly whisky brand or the pricier single malt whiskies in the market, Indians drink the intoxicating liquid with equal ease and passion.  So it only seems reasonable that we talk about your most solid alternatives when you’re in the search for the best whisky in India. So considering everything, we’ve rounded up the 10 best whisky brands in India under one single blog.

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   Officer’s Choice- Allied Blenders & Distillers

With the company’s motto being to motivate people to make the right decisions and recognize the officer within them, the whisky surely performs like an officer and sits at the top. The elegant design gives it a premium and scotch-like feel. This whisky will give you a fine blend of scotch malts and selected Indian grain spirits. Officer’s Choice is the largest exported spirits brand with a presence in over 18 countries. With a low price of Rs. 290 for a 750 ml bottle, it serves as one of the best whiskies in the lower price spectrum.

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   Royal Stag- Pernod Ricard

The Royal Stag staying true to its name maintains its royal status, and stands second on the list with a very close margin with the Officer’s Choice whisky. This brand has always been a pioneer in the Indian whisky market. Since then, the brand got launched in 1995 and has always maintained a spot among the best whiskies in the market. The brand soared to new heights after the release of Royal Stag Barrel Select in 2011. Royal Stag, much like the Officer’s Choice, presents a blend of imported Scotch malts and grain spirits. Although it comes from a higher price spectrum costing Rs. 886 for 750ml; it is absolutely worth it. 

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   Mc Dowell’s No. 1- United Spirits

If you are an amateur, then this can be your whisky of choice. Coming third in the line, Mc Dowell’s No. 1 due to its comparatively lower alcoholic content has become a quite sought-after brand by beginners. Due to its lower price of Rs. 404 for 750ml, this brand has a noticeable presence in both urban and rural markets. This whisky comes with a smooth blend of imported Scotch, selected Indian malts, and premium grain spirits. Mc Dowell’s is one of the most popular whiskies in India.

4. Blenders Pride- Pernod Ricard

Fourth in the row comes Blenders Pride. Mix it with coke or sparkling water, and voila! You won’t suffer from any downside of drinking, be it a hangover or headache. Launched in 1995, it became a fast-selling brand due to consistent quality and affordable price. The whisky has no artificial flavoring and is a mix of scotch malts from Chivas Brothers and select premium Indian grain spirits. Costing Rs. 930 for 750ml, it’s a pricier variety of whisky, but your hangover-free head will thank you later.

5. Director’s Special Whisky- United Spirits

Director’s Special Whisky can be one of your best alternatives present in the lower price range. The exclusive design of the bottle and engraved logo with eye-catching packaging gives the whisky a premium look and attracts customers. As a result of the blend of hand-picked barley and malt, the whiskey airs a smooth taste and rich aroma. Although this whiskey comes fifth in the line, this brand has shown a great possibility of improvement. This pocket-friendly whisky will only cost you Rs. 310 for 750ml.

6. Imperial Blue- Pernod Ricard

This is another whisky that is light on your pockets. First introduced in 1997, this whisky quickly became famous among the folks due to its consistency and affordable prices. The whisky’s exquisite smoothness comes from the perfect blend of Indian grain spirits and imported scotch malts. The taste and potency of this whisky increase manifolds if aged for 18 or more years. Costing you just Rs. 404 for 750ml Imperial Blue can become one of your affordable luxuries.

7. Royal Challenge- United Spirits

If this name rings a bell with IPL folks, this popular whisky brand is the sponsor for the IPL team Royal Challengers Bangalore. This whisky’s uniqueness lies in the fact that it is cheaper and more accessible than single malt or single grain whisky. The whisky owes its unmatchable taste to the blend of rare scotch (imported straight from Scotland) and matured Indian malt. For 750ml, it’ll cost you Rs. 1250 makes it a higher price range whisky, but your money will be well spent on this royal endeavor.

8. The Rockford Reserve- Modi Illva

If you are looking for a sophisticated whisky, then this should be your choice of whisky. This complex mix of pure golden color and an amazingly smooth and alluring aroma spells out perfection and sophistication. Although this whisky stands on the eighth rank on this list, the brand is one the fastest-growing brand. The taste of the whisky is mellow and smooth, but the complexity of maturity and a soft sweetness balanced by oak and fruits make it one of a kind. This unique drink will cost you Rs. 750 for 750ml.

9. Whiskin Craft Whisky- Whiskin Spirits Pvt. Ltd.

This is the popular average quality whisky. The brand has worked with an expert blender from France to bring out the unbeatable taste. The whisky has natural flavors of fruits, dark chocolate, honey, and dry fruits. Considering the lingering taste and smooth finish, and price, the whisky has great potential in the Indian market. The uniqueness of the taste is serving as the serving reason for the increasing popularity of this whisky. The whisky will cost you Rs.500 for 750ml.

10. Dewar’s –  Bacardi

This is one of the fastest-growing brands not only in India but in the World as well. The brand still uses the traditional production method to create an incomparable taste. The whisky delivers an unbelievable taste and the perfect blend of malt and other ingredients. With intelligent marketing and constant performance, they have already improved a lot since 2013, and it won’t come as a surprise if, in the coming years, this brand climbs up to the top of this list. You can get this whisky at a price of Rs.1700 for 750ml.   

Final Thoughts (Top 10 Whisky in India)

With this, we have come to the end of the list. Whether it is a family get-together or a friend’s reunion, we will always go for whisky. If you are a beginner or even an expert in the field, there’s always room for doubt when there are so many alternatives to select from. We hope that we have made the prospect of buying a whisky easier for you through this list. But don’t forget drinking is injurious to health.