Indian single malt whisky has come a long way, with some bottles now carrying price tags usually associated with rare luxury collectibles. From whiskies matured for 15 years in carefully selected casks to limited editions presented in bespoke decanters, Indian distilleries are making ambitious releases for collectors around the world. The 5 most expensive Indian single malt whiskies include Amrut Expedition, Amrut Greedy Angels Chairman's Reserve 12-Year-Old, Rampur Signature Reserve, Godawan 173: The Collector's Edition and Rampur Jugalbandi Series whisky. We reveal their prices in Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore duty free stores and elsewhere and also reveal availability as these are very exclusive bottles. From exceptionally rare releases to whiskies finished in unusual casks, these bottles offer a glimpse into India's increasingly ambitious luxury whisky scene.
Amrut Expedition Whisky is a 15-year-old single malt released to mark the Bengaluru distillery's 75th anniversary. Its maturation journey began in European sherry casks, where it spent eight years, before moving into American ex-bourbon casks for another seven. It is a limited edition expression with just 75 bottles being produced, each individually numbered and presented in a handcrafted wood-and-metal case with a silver peg measure and authentication card. Bottled at 62.8 per cent ABV, its profile brings together sherried truffle, vanilla, sandalwood, chocolate and dried fruit.
Amrut Expedition Whisky Price in Delhi Duty Free is Rs 1,075,500.
Created to commemorate Rampur Distillery's 75th anniversary, the Rampur Signature Reserve whisky was matured in American oak before being finished in specially selected Pedro Ximenez sherry butts from Jerez, Spain. Only 400 individually numbered bottles were released, each carrying the signatures of the company's chairman and master maker. Bottled at 43.9 per cent ABV, it is among the most exclusive expressions in Rampur's portfolio.
Rampur Signature Reserve Whisky Price is ₹5 lakh. It was earlier available at Hyderabad Duty Free, but it is no longer in stock.
Limited to 173 bottles, Godawan 173 pays tribute to the Great Indian Bustard and its conservation story. Made from Indian six-row barley, the whisky is matured for over nine years across American white oak ex-bourbon and European sherry casks before receiving its unusual finish in Asha Liqueur Casks. These Sal wood vats are seasoned with 42 ingredients, including fruits, spices, botanicals, honey and milk. Expect roasted nuts, dried figs, walnuts, dark chocolate and cinnamon.
Godawan 173 Whisky Price in Bangalore Duty Free is ₹5 lakh. The whisky is no longer in stock there now.
Released in 2016, this rare expression marked 12 years of Amrut's international journey. Only 100 bottles were produced. Its 12-year maturation in Bengaluru's tropical climate makes it particularly interesting, as heat and humidity accelerate whisky maturation and increase evaporation. Bottled at 60 per cent ABV, it was presented in a crystal decanter with customised Glencairn tasting glasses.
Amrut Greedy Angels Chairman's Reserve 12-Year-Old Whisky price was ₹67,000 at launch, but it is not stocked at regular retail outlets in Delhi NCR or even at airport duty-free stores.
Named after the Indian classical music tradition of two musicians performing together, Rampur's Jugalbandi series, eight bottles in all, explores different cask influences and maturation styles. Each whisky offers a distinct interpretation of Indian single malt, with combinations of oak and finishing casks shaping the final flavour profile.
Rampur Jugalbandi Series Whisky price was pegged at ₹40,000, according to published portfolio pricing. However, Rampur Jugalbandi 6 Indian Single Malt Whisky is priced at Rs 27,600 at the Delhi Duty Free store and Rampur Jugalbandi 5 Whisky is priced at Rs 27,600.
Each one of these rare and most expensive Indian whiskies represents a different side of the country's growing single malt story, whether it is Amrut's patience with long tropical maturation, Rampur's experiments with sherry casks or Godawan's use of an unusual finishing technique rooted in Indian tradition. These whiskies are aimed at collectors who appreciate knowing the story behind what they pour.
Note: Whisky prices in Dehi, Hyderabad and Bagalore mentioned above are subject to change depending on excise and other duties applicable.