What To Pour This New Year’s Eve (A Boozy Guide): 16 Standout Luxury Spirits

As the year winds down, New Year’s Eve remains one of the few moments that still calls for a pause – and a better-than-usual bottle. Whether the night is spent hosting a small gathering, sitting down for a late dinner, or raising a quiet toast at home, what you choose to pour matters. From rare single malts and aged rums to ultra-premium tequilas, these spirits stand out for their craftsmanship, provenance, and sense of occasion – making them fitting companions for the final hours of the year.

Below, a curated list of luxury spirits – chosen not for hype, but for craftsmanship, character and taste.

1. Amrut Expedition

A landmark release not just for Amrut, but for Indian whisky at large, Expedition is the country’s only single malt to have spent a full 15 years in wood – beginning in European sherry casks before finishing in American ex-bourbon barrels.

Bottled at 62.8% ABV, it delivers deep, uncompromising layers of sherried truffle, cane molasses, sandalwood and mature oak. Released in 2025 to mark Amrut’s 75th anniversary, just 75 bottles exist worldwide, placing it firmly in collector territory. Due to its extreme rarity and high demand, it will most likely be sold out and available only through serious collectors or at auction.

Price: ₹10,00,000

2. Glenmorangie Grand Vintage 1996

A whisky celebrated for its restraint and finesse, the 1996 vintage opens with delicate honeyed sweetness and ripe orchard fruit, gradually unfolding into notes of vanilla, gentle spice, and polished oak. Creamy on the palate with a poised, lingering finish, it rewards slow sipping rather than showy intensity.

Price: ₹96,716 (May vary by state)

3. Bushmills 21 Year Old

One of Irish whiskey’s most accomplished expressions, Bushmills 21 spends nearly two decades in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks before a final finishing period in Madeira barrels.

Dried fruits, toasted nuts, aromatic malt, and spiced raisins unfold on the palate, leading to a long, elegant finish.

Price: ₹60,000 (May vary by state)

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4. The Macallan Rare Cask Black

Rare Cask Black reveals an unconventional side of The Macallan. Matured in American and European oak sherry-seasoned casks, it introduces a gentle peat character drawn from exceptionally scarce aged stocks.

Rich, smoky and layered, it’s a compelling choice for collectors who appreciate nuance.

Price: ₹52,990

5. Ron Diplomático Ambassador

Made from Diplomático’s finest reserves, Ambassador is initially aged in white oak before being finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks. Aromas of port wine, dried fruits, and cigar boxes give way to a palate of cinnamon, nutmeg, toasted oak, and rich, dark sweetness.

Price: ₹59,999 (May vary by state)

6. Maestro Dobel 50 Cristalino

Maestro Dobel 50 is handcrafted in Jalisco from 100% Blue Weber agave and aged for at least three years in American and Eastern European oak. Though it looks crystal clear, it’s surprisingly layered, with notes of fig, quince, pineapple, and warm spice.

Price: ₹55,555 (May vary by state)

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7. Gran Centenario Leyenda Extra Añejo

Originally crafted by founder Lázaro Gallardo for his closest guests and loved ones, Leyenda continues a 150-year-old tradition. Aromas of apple, pear, and raisins give way to maple, eucalyptus, clove, and thyme, creating a complex and quietly indulgent whisky.

Price: ₹47,500 (May vary by state)

8. 1800 Tequila Milenio

Created to mark the turn of the millennium, 1800 Milenio represents generations of tequila-making expertise. After extended aging in American oak, select barrels are finished in French ex-cognac casks, delivering notes of toasted oak, vanilla caramel, red fruits and cinnamon warmth.

Price: ₹36,000 (May vary by state)

9. FINO Tequila

Born in the highlands of Jalisco and co-founded by Indian cricket icon Yuvraj Singh, FINO Tequila is crafted using 100% Blue Weber agave. The region’s red soil and climate lend natural sweetness and aromatic intensity, resulting in a modern yet authentic tequila range.

Price: ₹34,038

10. Paul John Mithuna

Named after the zodiac sign Gemini, Mithuna reflects balance and duality. Matured in virgin American oak and finished in ex-bourbon casks, it moves from liquorice, honey and vanilla to coffee, citrus peel, dark chocolate and warming spice.

Price: ₹30,000

11. Chivas Ultis XX

Ultis XX is a blend of five rare single malts and a signature single grain, aged for 20 years. Created to honour five generations of Chivas master blenders, it’s smooth, rounded, and made for celebrating special moments.

Price: ₹30,000 (May vary by state)

12. Yamazaki 12 YO

A must-try for Japanese whisky fans, this expression gets its depth from American ex-bourbon, Spanish Oloroso sherry, and rare Mizunara oak casks.

The Mizunara adds a unique, aromatic touch you won’t find anywhere else.

Price: ₹20,000 (May vary by state)

13. The Macallan A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera

This limited-edition Macallan is inspired by Spanish New Year traditions and the Jerez region, the heart of its cask heritage. Flavors of pastry, grapes, and anise evoke festive sweets and midnight celebrations.

Price: ₹15,000

14. IDAAYA Himalayan Sipping Rum

Produced by Those Good Distillers, IDAAYA, a multi-award-winning Himalayan sipping rum, blends 12-year-old bourbon-aged rum with Indian rum using a Solera system in Sal wood casks. Warm caramel, spice and oak define this layered sipping rum, finished in a striking Himalayan-inspired bottle.

Price: ₹7,000 (May vary by state)

15. The Glenlivet Limited-Edition Festive Pack 2025

Inspired by Scotland’s Speyside valleys, this festive pack pairs The Glenlivet 12-Year-Old with a travel pouch designed for the well-travelled drinker.

Price: ₹6,500 (May vary by state)

16. CASHMIR Vodka

Crafted from Sona Moti – an ancient heritage winter wheat revived from near extinction and distilled with Himalayan glacial water, CASHMIR Vodka delivers unparalleled purity, depth, and character.

Price: ₹3,500 (May vary by state)