With Speyside Scotch whiskies, the single malt tradition in Scotland takes on several different personalities. Some pours lean towards honey, vanilla and orchard fruit, while others bring sherry-soaked raisins, dark chocolate, oak and warming spice. We feature here 5 best Speyside Scotch whiskies with prices in Delhi and Mumbai, including The Balvenie DoubleWood 12-Year-Old, Craigellachie 13-Year-Old, Mortlach 12-Year-Old, Glenfarclas 10-Year-Old and Cragganmore 12-Year-Old whisky. Each expression brings something different to the glass, from gentle sweetness and dried fruit to a fuller, richer and more savoury character.
The Balvenie DoubleWood 12 whisky is a good introduction to Speyside's softer, more honeyed side. Its maturation begins in American oak ex-bourbon casks before the whisky spends a further nine months in European oak Oloroso sherry casks. The result is a rounded single malt whisky with vanilla, honey and dried fruit, followed by cinnamon and gentle oak. It is an easygoing pour without being short on character.
The Balvenie DoubleWood 12-Year-Old Whisky Price in Delhi: Rs 6,400 (750ml).
The Balvenie DoubleWood 12-Year-Old Whisky Price in Mumbai: Rs 10,200 (750ml).
Craigellachie 13 whisky is not particularly interested in being a conventional Speyside malt. The expression is full-bodied, with tropical fruit, baked apple, toasted marshmallow and spice. The distillery's traditional worm-tub condensers help create its distinctive, muscular spirit. Matured in bourbon and sherry casks, it is bottled at 46% ABV without chill filtration or added caramel colouring.
Craigellachie 13-Year-Old Speyside Whisky Price in Mumbai: Rs 7,900 (700ml).
Craigellachie 13-Year-Old Speyside Whisky Price in Delhi Duty Free: Rs 11,230 (100cl).
Mortlach 12 whisky is often called the heavyweight of Dufftown. The distillery uses an unusual 2.81-times distillation process, alongside traditional worm-tub condensers, to create a particularly robust spirit. Double-cask matured in European and American oak, this expression brings together dark chocolate, cherry jam, charred toffee and sandalwood, with a dry finish. It is a good choice for drinkers who prefer depth over delicate fruitiness.
Mortlach 12-Year-Old Speyside Whisky Price in Mumbai: Rs 5,900 (750ml) at Mumbai Airport Duty Free.
Glenfarclas has remained family-owned for generations, and its approach to sherry maturation is central to its identity. The Glenfarclas 10 whisky spends its maturation in Oloroso sherry casks, developing a full-bodied profile with dried fruit, raisins, nuts and warming spice. There is a pleasing sweetness here, balanced by oak, making it a useful bottle for those who enjoy a more traditional sherried Speyside single malt whisky.
Glenfarclas 10-Year-Old Speyside Whisky Price in Delhi: Rs 4,170 (750ml).
Glenfarclas 10-Year-Old Speyside Whisky Price in Mumbai: Rs 7,670 (750ml).
Cragganmore 12 whisky offers a more delicate finish to this selection. Its distinctive flat-topped stills contribute to a single malt known for its aromatic complexity. The 12-year-old opens with floral fragrances, honey and vanilla before moving towards malty flavours, riverside herbs and gentle wood smoke. At 40% ABV, it is relatively approachable, but its layered character makes it particularly interesting when served neat with ice.
Cragganmore 12-Year-Old Speyside Whisky Price in Delhi: Rs 3,300 (750ml).
Cragganmore 12-Year-Old Speyside Whisky- Price in Mumbai: Rs 7,140 (750ml).
Note: The Speyside Scotch whisky prices listed here are approximate and may vary by bottle size, retailer, and state excise duties. Check the latest local whisky prices before you buy. And not all of these Scotch whiskies may be available in your state or city.