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When the cold returns to Delhi and the NCR area and evenings finally cool in Mumbai, there is one glass worth reaching for: a hot toddy. However, what matters most is the whisky poured into the glass. The honey, lemon and hot water come into the picture only thereafter. The best whiskies for a hot toddy this winter bring honey, caramel, ripe pear, dried fruit and warm oak, and because state excise changes what each bottle costs, we have listed approximate whisky prices. Check out these 5 best whiskies for a hot toddy including Redbreast 12-Year-Old, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Buffalo Trace, Maker's Mark and Glenfiddich 12 Year Old whisky along with prices in Delhi, Mumbai, and Gurugram. The lineup runs from creamy Irish pot still to spiced bourbon and fruity single malt whisky.
This is the most luxurious Irish whiskey in the lineup. It is matured in American oak bourbon barrels and Spanish oak Oloroso sherry butts, and it has a creamy mouthfeel and a spicy, dried-fruit character. That richness suits honey and clove, and makes the Redbreast 12-Year-Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey the softest, most velvety toddy of these 5 best whiskies.
Redbreast 12-Year-Old price at Delhi Duty Free (70cl): ₹6,820
Redbreast 12-Year-Old price at Mumbai Duty Free (70cl): ₹6,900
Redbreast 12-Year-Old price in Gurugram: ₹8,000
Double Oaked takes Woodford Reserve a step further. The Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon whiskey is matured in a second new barrel that is deeply toasted and lightly charred, adding caramel, honey, marzipan and mixed spice. It is built for honey and cinnamon.
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked price in Delhi: ₹6,800 – ₹7,500
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked price in Mumbai: approx. ₹8,500
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked price in Gurugram: approx. ₹6,800
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey balances vanilla, caramel and brown sugar with hints of oak and warming spice. Its rich sweetness works well with honey, while lemon adds a bright citrus note. The result is a rounded, comforting hot toddy with enough depth to keep the sweetness in check.
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey price in Delhi: Rs 4,500 - Rs 4,900
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey price in Mumbai: Approx. Rs 5,000
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey price in Gurugram: Rs 3,800 - Rs 4,200
Made with red winter wheat instead of rye, Maker's Mark whisky has a mellow profile of caramel, vanilla and soft oak. Its gentle sweetness pairs naturally with honey and clove, while lemon provides contrast. The bourbon makes a smooth, rounded toddy without an overly spicy finish.
Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey price in Delhi: Rs 3,500 - Rs 4,000
Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey price in Mumbai: Rs 6,500 - Rs 7,400
Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey price in Gurugram: Rs 3,100 - Rs 3,500.
This Speyside single malt whisky is fresh and fruit-forward, with notes of pear, apple, honey and subtle oak. These lighter flavours blend well with lemon and honey, creating a brighter take on the classic hot toddy. The Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch whisky is ideal for those who prefer fruitiness over deep caramel sweetness.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky price in Delhi: Rs 5,190
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky price in Mumbai: Rs 6,900
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky price in Gurugram: Rs 3,600
Note: Whisky prices in Delhi, Mumbai and Gurugram are approximate for 750ml bottles and may vary by retailer and state excise rules. Check the latest local whisky price listings before you buy.
