Whether sipped neat by the fire, opened up with a splash of water to release deeper aromas, or enjoyed slowly under a blanket, Indian single malts increasingly reflect the country’s growing stature on the global whisky stage.
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News1815-01-2026, 10:07

Top 5 Indian Single Malts for Cozy Winter Nights

  • Crazy Cock, from South Seas Distilleries, offers complex flavors aged in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, with a new Madhuca edition finished in Mahura casks.
  • Paul John, crafted in Goa, showcases tropical maturation with notes of dark chocolate, honey, and vanilla, earning multiple international awards.
  • DeVANS GianChand Adambaraa (unpeated) and Manshaa (peated), from Jammu, provide distinct warming profiles, both recognized with international accolades in 2025.
  • Indri, from Haryana, is India’s fastest-growing single malt, matured in three different wood casks, offering balanced flavors and multiple global awards.
  • Amrut, a pioneer in Indian single malts, delivers bold character and powerful warmth, with expressions like Peated Cask Strength, and was named World’s Best Whisky in 2025.

Why It Matters: Discover five premium Indian single malts perfect for warming up cozy winter evenings with rich, complex flavors.

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