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Indri takes ‘City Series’ Global, Launches in Dubai Duty Free

After a successful debut in India, Indri Single Malt Indian Whisky has launched its limited edition ‘City Series’ global with the Dubai Duty Free Series. This special edition features two distinct and exclusively crafted Single Cask expressions — Sauternes Cask and Oloroso Sherry Cask — each bottled at a bold 58.5% ABV, created specifically for discerning global travellers, whisky connoisseurs and collectors at one of the world’s busiest international airports.

Adding to the exclusivity, each bottle is individually numbered with only 210 bottles of the Sauternes Cask and 348 bottles of the Oloroso Sherry Cask available worldwide. These rare expressions are a true collector’s delight, showcasing Indri’s signature craftsmanship and India’s rising prominence in the world of fine single malts.

“Crafting the City Series has been a journey of storytelling through flavour. For the Dubai editions, we wanted to capture the city’s dual essence—its deep-rooted traditions and its modern, global outlook. Both the Oloroso Sherry and Sauternes cask expressions reflect that harmony through bold character, complexity and elegance. These are not just whiskies, they are our tribute to Dubai in a bottle,” said Surrinder Kumar, Master Blender, Piccadily Distilleries.

“With the City Series, we aim to create rare experiences through our whiskies by capturing the soul of great cities around the world. Dubai, with its global flair and cultural richness, was a natural choice for our first international release,” said Madhu Kanna, Head International Business, Piccadily Distilleries.

The Indri City Series Oloroso Sherry Cask expression opens with a rich nose of sweet caramel, subtle smoke, and hints of leather, vanilla, dried fruits, and roasted nuts. On the palate, it reveals a warm, fruit-forward character with layers of toffee, gentle spices, elegant nuttiness, and earthy undertones. The finish is long, sweet, and delicately smoky, leaving a refined and lingering impression.

The Indri City Series Sauternes Cask expression offers a rich nose of dried apricot, peach, honey, and roasted nuts, with soft vanilla and a sweet, fruity cupcake-like aroma. The palate unfolds with layers of honey, butterscotch, dry apricots, and roasted nuts, enhanced by notes of pineapple, gentle oak, and warm spice. The finish is medium to long, leaving a lingering sweetness balanced by subtle oak and a vibrant fruity lift.

Following the successful Bengaluru Duty Free edition, Indri continues to make bold strides in international markets, firmly establishing itself as one of the most exciting new names in global whisky. It is priced at about USD150.

Radico Khaitan launches New Luxury Vodka – The Spirit of Kashmyr

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Radico Khaitan has announced its entry into the luxury vodka segment with the launch of ‘The Spirit of Kashmyr’. Having established itself in the premium whisky segment, Radico Khaitan now broadens its focus with an entry into high-end vodka.

Drawing inspiration from the cultural richness and natural heritage of Kashmir, the new vodka positions itself in the top-end of the Indian vodka category. The Spirit of Kashmyr is a small-batch, grain-based vodka distilled five times and charcoal-filtered for clarity. According to Radico -what sets it apart is its visual and vibrant packaging, a floral motif rendered in papier-mâché style, influenced by the artisanal legacy of Kashmir.

Available in two variants — Natural (Classic) and Saffron — the vodka is currently being introduced in select markets including Goa, followed by other key states in the coming months. Priced at ₹2,500 for a 750 ml bottle in Goa, the brand will be competing in the luxury tier, where vodka consumption in India has seen growing interest among urban consumers.This launch is in line with a broader trend of Indian players tapping into the country’s own cultural narratives to build globally relevant premium brands. With The Spirit of Kashmyr, Rooted in Indian heritage, the launch reflects a growing focus on blending premium craft with cultural authenticity.

India’s First Homegrown Vermouth Launches in Bangalore

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After a successful debut in Goa, Davana Vermouth Indica – India’s first 100% homegrown vermouth, is now available in Bangalore. This expansion brings the brand’s expressions, Bianco and Rosso, to the garden city.

Davana is crafted using a Chenin Blanc wine base and infused with 21-23 native botanicals, including its namesake ‘Indian wormwood’ known as ‘davana’. Available in two distinct styles — Bianco, a light and floral blend with citrus and spice, and Rosso, a deep, spiced, and bittersweet offering — the brand presents an aperitif that’s versatile, elegant, and unmistakably Indian.

While vermouth has long held its place in cocktails like the Negroni, Martini, and Manhattan, it has rarely taken centre stage in Indian bars or conversations. Davana is looking to change that. The brand is not only looking to offer a local alternative to imported vermouths but also aims to educate consumers about vermouth as a category — as a pre-dinner ritual, a low-ABV sipping experience, and a key cocktail component.

Adarsh Gadvi, Co-Founder, Davana Vermouth Indica, says, “After Goa, we decided to bring Davana to a market that would spark conversations around vermouth. We’re excited to showcase a new generation of Indian spirits made for the world — but rooted at home.”

Founded by Adarsh Gadvi and Evgenii Savvateev, Davana took shape after over two years of development and more than 50 recipe trials. The bottle is a visual ode to India — adorned with intricate illustrations of lotus, peacocks, tigers, and the aromatic davana herb. The embossed Devanagari logo on the textured, cork-sealed bottle embodies bold design, artisanal craftsmanship.