One of the most popular and affordable Indian whiskies available in the market, Blenders Pride, which sold 9.6 million cases last year, has a harmonious blend of malt and grain spirits with pleasing notes of caramel, spice and oak.
Price: Rs 1,600
9. Godawan 01: Rich and Rounded
If you’re looking for a rich, amber liquid that’s also a flavour bomb on the palette, the Godawan 01: Rich and Rounded is right for you. A velvety, full-bodied whisky, it carries traces of raisins, cloves, dark chocolate, nutmeg and oak.
Price: Rs 5,400
10. McDowell’s No. 1 Luxury Premium Whisky
One of the largest-selling whisky brands in India and overseas, McDowell’s premium iteration, which carries a unique flavour profile of instant coffee with a hint of fruity floral notes and smoke, has marked the start of many whisky journeys. When it comes to budget-friendly homegrown drams to consume this Independence Day, McDowell’s remains a top choice.
Price: Rs 640