14+ New Spirit Launches To Celebrate The Festive Season

The season of festivities is upon us. This is a time when friends and family come together to celebrate all things good and joyous. From decorating homes to exchanging gifts, the warmth of togetherness shines through.

Add some extra sparkle to you next gathering by sprucing up your bar with the latest launches in spirits and beers in India.

1. Stranger & Sons–Subko Filtr Martini

Stranger & Sons has collaborated with the homegrown coffee brand to introduce the Filtr Martini. The ready-to-drink cocktail reimagines the traditional Espresso Martini, using South Indian Filter Coffee with Stranger & Sons gin. All you need to do is shake it well with ice to create that coveted frothy layer and top it with the Vanilla garnish spray that comes with the bottle. Filtr Martini is available in Goa and Maharashtra and will soon be available in Bengaluru and Gurgaon.

Price: INR 2120 in Goa

2. Glenmorangie The Festive Edition Pack

Glenmorangie has once again partnered with contemporary artists and design mavericks Shivan & Narresh to launch a new gift offering for the Indian festive season with The Festive Edition Pack. It features a bottle of Glenmorangie Original, a pair of signature Glenmorangie whisky glasses, and matching Swirlscape coasters. The Swirlscape motif, embodying the technicolour vibrancy of Glenmorangie, adds a unique touch of sophistication to your celebrations.

Price: INR 4757

3. The Glenlivet 12 200-Year Anniversary Limited Edition

The Glenlivet is marking its 200 years with the launch of its 200-Year Anniversary limited edition pack. It is a tribute to The Glenlivet’s rich history, it invited artists from around the world to interpret its ethos of ‘Forever Moving Forward.’ The winning design by Studio Berdi from Colombia –selected from over 400 entries across 42 countries – captures its journey from its humble beginnings to its status as a global icon of single malt whisky.

Price: INR 3300 in Haryana

4. Chivas Regal 25

Made from rare 25-year-old Scotch whiskies blended together Chivas Regal 25 has a unique formula and selection of aged whiskies, with their own character, flavour and taste experience. Each batch of Chivas Regal 25 is built up from scratch in the blending room to rekindle the delicate intensities and subtle textures made famous by the original Chivas 25 in the early 1900s. It has an enticing fruity aroma of sweet orange and peach pie followed by notes of marzipan and nuts. On the palate it has hints of rich chocolate orange with a fondant creaminess.

Price on request

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5. The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve

Crafted as a nod to tropical allure, The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve is finished in barrels once containing Caribbean rum, the dark amber spirit offers a harmonious balance notes of pear and red apple with tropical twist of ripe bananas in syrup. Rich caramel toffee notes, followed by flavours of tropical fruits paint pictures of Caribbean summer. The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve is available in Haryana, UP, Chandigarh, Karnataka and Goa.

Price: INR 3300

6. Indri Diwali Collector’s Edition 2024

Piccadily Distilleries has launched Indri Diwali Collector’s Edition 2024 is made from peated Indian six-row barley and distilled in traditional Indian-made copper pot stills. The liquid is then filled in a hand-selected sherry cask and matured in the subtropical climate of the northern plains of India. The flavours of dates, raisins, caramel, soft spice and oak linger on the palate. The whisky also won a gold medal at the Whiskies of the World Awards 2024. The Indri Diwali Collector’s Edition 2024 will be available only in Gurugram, Haryana in India from October 25, 2024 onwards.

Price: INR 15000

7. Indri City Series Bengaluru

Piccadily Distilleries has also launched of its first travel retail exclusive ‘City Series’ with the debut Oloroso-Sherry cask expression exclusively crafted for Bengaluru Duty Free. It showcases the intricate craftsmanship Indri is known for, presented with iconic Bengaluru landmarks incorporated into the bottle design. This expression boasts a rich and full-bodied nose, revealing sweet caramel, fresh red fruits, and gentle spices, all beautifully intertwined with nutty, caramelized notes and earthy undertones. Indri City Series Bengaluru is the first in a series of single cask expressions, where each release will embody the spirit and essence of a different Indian city, available solely through select duty-free outlets across India and the world.

Price: INR 9500 approx.

8. Glenmorangie Azuma Makoto 23 Years Old

The house of LVMH has launched a limited edition of the Glenmorangie Highland Single Malt Scotch, Azuma Makoto 23 Years Old. It is the first-ever prestige drop from Glenmorangie in India. Exclusively available at Delhi Duty Free, Glenmorangie Azuma Makoto 23 Years Old is a rich and elemental whisky.

Price: INR 104690

9. Six Brothers Mahura

South Seas Distilleries has opened up a new spirit category for distilled mahua spirit in India with the launch of Six Brothers 1922 Resurrection and Six Brothers Small Batch (Original).

Six Brothers 1922 Resurrection is a limited release, aged in oak casks for decades making it the world’s oldest matured Mahura spirit. Only 102 bottles are available to commemorate the years since the family’s distilling journey began. Born in India’s largest single malt maturation warehouse, 1922 Resurrection amalgamates legacy with modern luxury, and each bottle is a tribute to a craft perfected across four generations of the family.

Price: INR 102000 by allocation only.

Six Brothers Small Batch is a refined small-batch variant double-distilled in copper pot stills and platinum-filtered to achieve a crisp, balanced texture. The spirit offers a sweet, earthy nose of dried fruits, a silky palate with savoury notes and a clean, spicy finish. Presented in a bottle adorned with six pairs of eyes at the base, the design pays tribute to the century-old craft and legacy of the brothers. Six Brothers Small Batch is available in Maharashtra and will soon be available across Maharashtra, Goa and Haryana.

Price: INR 2492 in Maharashtra

10. Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami was created by Johnnie Walker Master Blender Emma Walker and renowned Chef Kei Kobayashi. Only one in 25,000 casks made the cut in the search for the elusive umami flavour profile and brought the unique character of this innovative whisky to life. The whisky is a blend of sweet and savoury flavours and boasts notes of blood oranges and red berries, complemented by sweet wood spice, a touch of smoked meat, a hint of salt and pepper, and a long, sweet fruit finish.

Price: INR 44500 in Maharashtra

11. Six Fields Beer

Six Fields Brute is a strong lager full-bodied flavour with an ultra-smooth taste with 8% ABV. It comes in an eye-catching black and gold packaging and is available in cans, bottle as well as keg.

Price: INR 140 onwards

Six Fields Pilsner is fresh, light, and crafted with the finest quality hops with up to 5% ABV. It has a clear and crisp golden colour aroma that leaves behind a refreshing taste each time.

Price: INR 90 onwards

12. Woodpecker Beer

Som Distilleries and Breweries has introduced India’s first twist cap beer with Woodpecker Beer. Available in Bengaluru, the beer is brewed from imported two-row barley, Indian malts and hops sourced from the Rainier region of Germany. Available in two variants, Crest and Gline, only one batch is brewed per month to ensure unmatched consistency and flavour making Woodpecker India’s consistent, matured, and richly flavoured beer.

Price: INR 150 onwards

13. X Series By McDowell’s & Co.

Crafted across seven distilleries in India, using the best Indian ingredient, the iconic McDowell’s & Co brand has introduced a new range of spirits to cater to a younger palate. This collection includes vodka, gin, a vibrant citron rum, and a rich dark rum. The vodka is made from single grain and triple distilled for exceptional smoothness. The gin uses refreshing citrus notes of Brazilian citrus. The dark wum is a fusion of double-distilled Jamaican and Indian rums, with hints of vanilla, spice, and dry fruit, offering a warm, balanced palate. The citron rum is a mix of French lemons and Indian white rum.

Price: INR 1100 onwards in Maharashtra

14. Zoya Gin

Allied Blenders and Distillers launched Zoya Special Batch Premium Gin in Mumbai earlier this year, followed by a launch in Gurgaon. Zoya is made from 100% grain and natural spirits, with juniper and 12 botanicals including mango ginger, rosemary, clove, coriander and orange peel, to give it a beautiful, fresh and unique finish.

Price: INR 2200 in Maharashtra

15. Sula Merlot

Sula Vineyards has launched a new varietal, Sula Merlot, as part of the ongoing celebrations for its 25th anniversary. The wine has a smooth texture with rich fruit flavours, and notes of chocolate and cherries. It is currently available in select outlets in Mumbai and Pune.

Price: INR 895

16. GianChand Gift Box

DeVANS has introduced gifting options for the festive season in the form of two GianChand Gift Boxes. The gift boxes pay homage to the art and culture of Jammu through Basohli Art, a traditional art form that flourished during the 17th and 18th centuries. The first box captures the essence of Mubarak Mandi, a heritage site in Jammu. The second box features Reasi, an old but charming town and pays homage to the rich traditions of Dogri culture.

Price: INR 4490

17. Chandon Vintage 2015

On its 10th anniversary, Chandon India has launched a limited edition Chandon Vintage 2015, crafted from the inaugural grape harvested at the Nashik winery. The sparkling wine offers vibrant floral and peachy notes, complemented by zesty freshness and subtle toasty nuances.

Price: INR 6000 in Mumbai

18. The Macallan A Night On Earth

 

The Macallan has introduced A Night on Earth, a single malt Scotch whisky created using a perfectly balanced combination of The Macallan’s sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks with American ex-bourbon barrels. The flavour notes accordingly express notes from the oak, desserts, citrus fruits, vanilla with sweet creamy vanilla and toasted coconut. This limited-edition whisky also has unique two-layer packaging. The first layer depicts an expansive landscape where the night sky is strewn with stars and fireworks, progressing into a daylight scene of mountains wreathed with clouds. The second layer featuring a blue colour palette with contemporary urban scenery creates contrast and surprise.

Price on request

19. Volcan X.A. Xtra Assemblage Tequila

Volcan X.A is a blend of three aged tequilas—Añejo, Extra-Añejo, and Reposado. The three layers of ageing create an exquisite balance of depth, complexity, and refinement. The Reposado adds sweetness and smoothness, while the Añejo and Extra-Añejo bring aromatic sophistication and complexity. Apart from the tell-tale richness of cooked agave, the tequila also has notes of subtle spices and notes of vanilla, caramel, and dried fruits. Volcan X.A. Xtra Assemblage is currently available in Mumbai, Goa and Kolkata.

Price: INR 30,865 onwards