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Indri Single Malt Unveils Mumbai City Series Duty-Free Exclusive

Indri Single Malt Indian Whisky has expanded its City Series with a new limited-edition expression crafted exclusively for Ospree Duty Free – Mumbai: The Hand-Selected Red Wine Cask. With this release, Indri continues to redefine how India’s cultural stories—its cities, its people, its spirit—can be captured through world-class single malt craftsmanship. Each bottle is a tribute to the soul of its city, shaped by distinctive character, complexity and emotion. Available exclusively through travel retail, this edition offers global travelers a unique expression created solely for Mumbai Duty Free. It is priced at USD120.

Indri City Series – Duty Free, Mumbai:

This Red Wine Cask single malt, bottled at 48% ABV, reflects the city’s unforgettable vibrancy. From the ocean breeze along Marine Drive to the golden silhouette of the Gateway of India, this edition channels Mumbai’s cinematic charm and unstoppable energy. Intricate artwork inspired by the city’s iconic landmarks complements a whisky rich in depth, texture, and fruity opulence—an immersive sensory ode to a city that never slows down and never stops dreaming.

Madhu Kanna, Head – International Business, Piccadily Distilleries, said, “With Indri City Series, we are not just crafting limited-edition whiskies—we are bottling the heartbeat of India’s most iconic cities. The new duty-free exclusive for Mumbai reflects our ambition to take Indian single malt to new creative and cultural heights. Each expression is a story, a memory, a moment of the city itself. We’re proud to continue leading India’s whisky renaissance with innovation rooted in authenticity and world-class craftsmanship.”

Tasting Notes

Nose: Mixed sweet fruit jam with raspberry highlights, tropical pineapple, floral notes, caramel, chocolate, and delicate toffee.
Palate: Full-bodied and expressive, with candied sweetness, Christmas cake richness, dried fruits, fig, and gently warming spice. Balanced oak and vanilla add structure.
Finish: Smooth, bold, and lingering with layered complexity.

D’YAVOL Vortex wins ‘Best New Scotch Whisky of the Year’

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D’YAVOL Vortex has been crowned the ‘Best New Scotch Whisky of the Year’ and honoured with a Double Gold at the 2025 San Francisco Spirits Competition. A contemporary blended Scotch, D’YAVOL Vortex is crafted from a selection of single malt and single grain whiskies sourced from the Lowlands, Highlands, Speyside and Islay regions.

It opens with notes of vanilla fudge and soft peat, followed by layers of ripe orchard fruit, sherried richness, warm pecan pie, and smoky malt, before culminating in a smooth finish. With a malt-forward profile, gentle Islay influence, and a non-chill-filtered body, Vortex delivers exceptional texture, layered depth, and a nuanced palate.

On Vortex’s success, Shah Rukh Khan said, “We set out to create a brand that reflects who we are—bold, modern, and uncompromising in quality. Seeing D’YAVOL celebrated on the most coveted global stage is deeply gratifying, and a reminder that excellence will always find its audience.”

Leti Blagoeva, CEO, D’YAVOL Spirits, added, “The recognition from San Francisco comes on the heels of a remarkable run of international acclaim for Vortex, including the title of ‘Blended Scotch of the Year’ at the London Spirits Competition 2025.”

Amar Sinha, Chief Operating Officer at Radico Khaitan, commented, “Vortex exemplifies the collective ambition at the heart of D’YAVOL Spirits; to craft world-class expressions that seamlessly unite authenticity, innovation, and masterful craftsmanship. It’s immensely rewarding to see that vision resonate so powerfully across global markets and with discerning whisky connoisseurs.”

D’YAVOL’s award winning portfolio of luxury spirits also includes D’YAVOL Single Estate Vodka and D’YAVOL Inception Blended Malt Scotch, both globally awarded. The brand is currently available in India, the UAE and the UK, with further international markets to follow.

‘Greater Than’ Brings Back Juniper Bomb

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Juniper Bomb, first created in 2020 when a power outage extended a batch of Greater Than’s botanical soak from 10 to nearly 36 hours, the resulting gin was unexpectedly bold, unapologetically juniper-forward, and instantly loved. Originally released as a limited edition, it has found a cult following among purists and has now joined Nao Spirits & Beverages’ permanent lineup. Compared to Greater Than, Juniper Bomb triples the juniper load, delivering a classic London Dry
style gin that is electric—like biting straight into a plump Juniper Berry. It’s bold and complex at first, with a finish of ripe lychees. Its gin designed for those who like their spirit loud and proud; best had with lots of ice and tonic, and no additional garnish, what the team calls ‘Make It Naked’. Commenting on the launch, Anand Virmani, Co-Founder & Master Distiller, Nao Spirits, said, “Juniper Bomb wasn’t part of the plan. It was literally born out of a mistake—but the kind you want to make twice. It packs a punch—just like the juniper that defines it. We like to think of it as a gin with the
volume turned all the way up.”

Oaksmith Introduces Nagomi: A New Benchmark in Indian Whisky Craftsmanship

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Oaksmith has unveiled its most premium expression yet – Oaksmith Nagomi. With this launch, the brand blends Japanese craftsmanship and global whisky making expertise, setting a new benchmark for modern Indian whisky.

This expression brings together the richness of aged Scotch malts, smoothness of American Bourbons, and the precision of Japanese blending techniques to craft a whisky that is rich, smooth, and harmoniously balanced. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of ‘Nagomi,’ which represents harmony and balance–this whisky is a testament to the art of bringing diverse elements together in perfect sync. Oaksmith Nagomi has been crafted by Shinji Fukuyo, Chief Blender at Suntory, who was recently honoured as Master Blender of the Year at the International Spirits Challenge 2024.

“With Oaksmith Nagomi, we are not just introducing a new expression; we are reaffirming our commitment to elevate the Indian whisky segment,” said Rishi Walli, Senior Director – Marketing & IMFL Brands, Suntory Global Spirits. “Nagomi, inspired by the Japanese ethos of harmony and balance, is a whisky crafted for those who seek a fresh expression of aspiration. It also represents our dedication to blending global excellence, heritage, and authenticity, creating distinctive, high-quality whiskies that offer a premium experience with a truly international spirit. This launch marks the next chapter of Oaksmith’s journey where our Japanese legacy creates something more elevated for the evolving tastes of India,” he added.

Oaksmith Nagomi is a sensorial celebration crafted for the Indian palate. From its intense rich gold appearance to smoky, spicy, and fruity aromas, it offers a full-bodied experience with woody undertones from oak casks, finishing bright, smooth, and surprisingly long. Inspired by Japanese aesthetics, the bottle design reflects strength, simplicity, and timeless elegance, resonating with modern Indian consumers who value authenticity and character.

Currently launched in Goa and West Bengal, Oaksmith will soon expand to more cities. With Nagomi – its most premium expression yet, joining Oaksmith International and Gold, the brand continues to bring Japanese craftsmanship and modern whisky-making expertise to India.

Piccadily launches Indri Founder’s Reserve single malt whisky, tribute to Kidar Nath Sharma

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Piccadily Agro Industries Ltd, the parent company of India’s fastest-growing single malt whisky brand, Indri, has unveiled its latest creation: Indri Founder’s Reserve 11-Year-Old Single Malt. This new offering is dedicated to the group’s founder, Pt. Kidar Nath Sharma, as a tribute to his legacy.

Aged for 11 years in Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Casks, this offering is a limited-edition release with only 1,100 bottles available worldwide, of which 550 will be for the Indian market. The company said the release is both a collector’s treasure and a connoisseur’s delight. The limited-edition single malt is priced at ₹35,000 in Gurugram.

The oak barrels so used are the ones that were previously used to age red wine from the Bordeaux region of France and are now repurposed for aging whisky. The whisky will have a 50% alcohol by volume (ABV) for India and 58.5% ABV for international markets.

The whisky is kept at its distillery located in Haryana under extreme climate conditions throughout the year, accelerating the whisky’s maturation, creating an opulent, full-bodied expression that exudes complexity and depth unique to the region’s terroir.

“Indri Founder’s Reserve 11-Year-Old single malt is a symbol of India’s ascension in the world of fine single malt whisky. Aged to perfection and crafted with care, this expression embodies the essence of our founder’s dream: to create world-class Indian single malt whisky with soul, structure, and enduring quality,” said Shalini Sharma, Head of Marketing, Piccadily Agro Industries Limited, in a statement.

“The deep amber liquid offers an aromatic bouquet of dark fruits and warm spices that open into a palate of caramelised nuts, and velvety vanilla, concluding with an indulgent finish of oak and wine-influenced sweetness,” the group said in a statement.

The Founder’s Reserve 11-Year-Old single malt whisky has garnered several prestigious global accolades, including the Gold Award at the 2025 World Whisky Awards in the Single Malts 12 Years & Under category, a spot among the top 15 whiskies in the world at the International Whisky Competition, and a Gold Medal at the New York World Wine & Spirits Competition, among other notable honours.