Finshots Daily How Indian single malt whisky is taking over the world
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Dec 4, 2024 Discover how Indian single malt whiskey is capturing hearts worldwide. Local brands are earning impressive accolades, securing their place on the global stage. A major French company is backing this boom with plans for a new distillery in Nagpur. The episode explores the transformative journey of distilleries like Amrit and how India's climate is uniquely suited for aging whiskey. With a burgeoning market, India is boldly stepping into the international whiskey arena.
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Indian Whisky's Transformation
- Indian whisky's image has evolved from cheap and harsh to sophisticated and desirable.
- This transformation is largely due to the rise of single malt whisky.
Rise of Single Malt
- Single malt whisky, made from malted barley at one distillery, is pure and aged for rich flavors.
- Glenfiddich's 1963 move to market single malts independently sparked global interest.
Amrut's Journey
- Amrut Distillery entered the single malt market in the 1980s out of necessity, not choice.
- Initially met with skepticism, they gained recognition when Jim Murray ranked Amrut Fusion the third best whisky in 2010.