In a series of rigorous blind tastings conducted across multiple rounds, ‘Indri whisky’ from India emerged victorious, earning the prestigious ‘Best in Show, Double Gold’ award at the ‘Whiskies of the World Awards 2023,’ which was recently held. Since the announcement, enthusiasts of Indian whiskey have been joyously commemorating this remarkable achievement. This competition ranks among the world’s most significant whiskey-tasting events, annually evaluating more than 100 whiskey varieties from various corners of the globe.
This Indian single malt has outperformed hundreds of global brands, including Scotch, Bourbon, Canadian, Australian, and British single malts.
Launched in 2021, Indri, the homegrown brand of Piccadilly Distilleries in Haryana, embarked on its journey with India’s first triple-barrel single malt, known as Indri-Trini. Over the last two years, according to news reports, this Indian single malt has garnered over 14 international awards. The Whiskies of the World Awards now acknowledge India as a powerful player in the global whiskey landscape, thanks to Indri’s remarkable achievements.
Furthermore, Amrut Fusion, crafted by Amrut Distilleries, clinched the prestigious “2023 Double Gold” award, while Amrut Indian Single Malt and Indri Dru Single Malt Indian Whisky both earned the esteemed “2023 Silver” accolade. In contrast, “Amrit Kurinji” secured the “2023 Bronze” award.
Indri shared on Instagram, “From a hazy whisper to a symphony of flavours, this is a masterpiece that has now reached the pinnacle of recognition with a ‘Best in Show, Double Gold’ award at Whiskey of the World 2023.”
The Indri Diwali Collector’s Edition 2023 is an exceptional whiskey that undergoes an extended maturation process in PX Sherry casks within the subtropical climate of North India. This results in a distinctive profile with hints of smokiness, candied dried fruits, toasted nuts, subtle spices, oak, and bittersweet chocolate notes.
The brand is presently accessible in 19 Indian states and has a presence in 17 additional countries. Starting in November, it will also be made available in the United States and selected European nations.
Due to shifting lifestyles and rapid urbanization, whiskey consumption is surging, driving significant growth in the Indian whisky market, which reached a volume of 241.7 million cases in 2022. According to a forecast report by EMR, the Indian whisky market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6 percent, reaching 375.1 million cases by 2028. This growth trend has prompted Indian whisky producers to innovate by introducing new flavors and ingredients, reshaping the industry landscape.
