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World Best Indian Whiskey: Whenever there is talk of expensive and good whiskey, the name of Scotch of Scotland or Bourbon of America comes to the mind of most people. People think that only expensive bottles like Johnnie Walker are the most empty in the world. But you will be surprised to know that the most sold and consumed whiskey in the world is not a foreign brand, but the 'desi' whiskey of India. Not only this, in the world ranking, along with number 1, number 2 and number 3 are also occupied by Indian brands. Let us know which Indian bottles have created a stir all over the world and why even foreign whites are now going crazy about them.

These 3 brands of India are famous in the world

If you look at the list of whiskeys sold in the highest volume in the world, you will find foreign brands far behind. The Indian brands that you and I see in every public gathering are the real kings of the global market. The first number is McDowell's No. 1, then Royal Stag and then Imperial Blue. These are the three big names which sell the most in the world. In terms of price, they are not at all heavy on your pocket, but in terms of earnings and popularity, they have defeated the big masters of the world.

After all, what is so special about Indian whiskey?

India's weather has become its biggest strength. It is very hot here, due to which whiskey matures faster in the barrel. The flavor which takes 10 years to develop in Scottish whiskey develops in Indian whiskey in less time. For this reason, the taste of Indian whiskey is considered stronger, smoother and more flavorful.

Not every Indian whiskey is the same

In the rest of the world, whiskey is made from grains like barley, wheat or corn, but in India, the best-selling cheap whiskey is made from molasses. Molasses is the part left after making sugar from sugarcane juice. For this reason many foreigners refuse to classify it as whiskey. but it's not like that. Now premium single malts are also being made in India, which are prepared from special barley. Some of these names are rapidly becoming famous all over the world. These include Indri, Amrut, Paul John, GianChand and Godawan. These brands have also won many big awards on the international platform.

How different is your Indian single malt from Scotch?

Premium whiskeys from India, called 'Indian Single Malt', are making waves all over the world these days. These are made from 100% grains and barley. They are completely different and better in these 4 respects than the Scotch of Scotland.

1. Taste of 10 years comes in 2 years

The climate in Scotland is cold and humid throughout the year, so whiskey there takes a long time of 10 to 12 years to mature. On the contrary, in India the temperature goes up to 50°C in summer and near zero in winter. Due to this changing and hot weather, whiskey matures very fast in India. Experts believe that the taste of 2 year old single malt from India is equivalent to 10 year old Scotch from Scotland. Less time means less cost, hence it gives the best quality to the customers at the cheapest price.

2. No imitation, completely original taste

Indian distilleries are no longer copying Scotch or Bourbon. She is creating a new taste using the Indian weather and the grains grown here. For example, Indri whiskey is made exclusively from six-row barley, which gives it a distinct and thick taste. Whereas whiskey like Gian Chand is prepared from barley grown in the Himalayan region.

3. Benefited from relaxation in rules

The rules for making Scotch in Scotland are very strict, no new experiment can be done there easily. But India's rules are a bit flexible, taking advantage of which the makers here are doing new experiments. For example, India's Godawan 02 whiskey was aged in cherry wood casks, giving it a unique taste. It is simply not possible to do this in Scotland.

4. Top awards are being received all over the world

India's single malt brands like Indri, Amrut, Paul John, and GianChand need no identity today. 'Indri Diwali Collectors Edition' has won the title of World Best Whiskey by scoring 99.1/100 at the international level. This is one of the biggest scores in history.

indian whiskey price

• McDowell's No. 1 Whiskey (750 ml) price ranges between ₹330 to ₹470 in India.
• Prices for Royal Stag Whiskey (750 ml) range between ₹700 to ₹1,100.
• Imperial Blue Whiskey (750 ml) costs around ₹700.