Festive times call for celebratory drinks! A quintessential part of these celebrations is the enjoyment of special beverages, and what better way to add a touch of novelty to your festivities than by trying new and exciting spirits? Distilleries have been experimenting with exotic spices and flavours to create captivating concoctions. From fruit-infused gin to warm meads, the possibilities are endless. Whether sipped neat or used in a creatively crafted cocktail, this new wave of alcohol adds an inviting and cosy element to your celebrations. While India’s gin revolution still continues, gin enthusiasts will find unique botanical-infused ones to add to their home bars. These innovative gins bring a touch of sophistication to your festivities. So, this festive season, raise a glass to the joy of exploration with new alcohol:
All The New Alcohol Launches For The Festive Days Ahead:
1. Chambal Gin
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Chambal Gin is an exceptional blend of hand-selected botanicals meticulously made by Bapuna Alcobrew, a house of 3rd generation distillers and blenders. The perfume of juniper berries is fascinating, while delicate layers of black and green cardamom and a slow citrus hint satisfy your palate. The almond infusion offers a silky smoothness. The bottle itself evokes the rustic charm of the Chambal Valley with a ripped label prominently portraying crossed weapons and motifs with Mandana design components.
Cost: ₹1950 (Delhi)
2. Lucid Vodka
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Gradient Beverages, founded by Mirat Rajguru, answers to the demand for premium spirits in Goa’s thriving hospitality industry. A new artisanal vodka in the market, Lucid Vodka embodies freshness and clarity. It has a remarkable flavour profile. Moreover, the new alcohol bottle has a unique dеsign. It features an еlеgantly еlongated neck, ensures еffortlеss and prеcisе pouring for those who appreciate the finer things in life.
Cost: ₹1200 (Goa)
3. Bombay Sapphire Murcian Lemon
From the house of Bombay Sapphire comes a citrusy one, Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Murcian Lemon. This new gin flavour is a celebration of Spain’s Murcia region and its excellent citrus. Unlike some of Bombay’s previous limited editions, the added citrus here is noticeable. This gin is made from Murcian Fino lemons, mandarins, and sweet Navel oranges, and it has a balanced, bittersweet flavour. Moreover, it is similarly flamboyant and fruit-driven, allowing piney juniper to shine amid abundant lemon and orange aromas.
Cost: ₹5500 (Maharashtra)
4. Kumaon & I
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Introduced by Himmaleh Spirits, this spirit is said to be India’s first provincial dry Gin with an ABV of 42.8%. Kumaon & I is a 100% Himalayan gin with a unique blend of 11 regional botanicals. Expect a delectable combination of fruity aromas and a dash of spiciness, thanks to the addition of Timur, a berry-like Szechuan pepper. While coriander seeds and two separate citrus fruits Galgal, a native citrus variety, and Kinu, give the spirit sweet overtones. Expect fresh herbal, citrusy and spicy notes with a medium-dry long finish. Moreover, the stunning new alcohol bottle is all-white bottle, drawing inspiration from the traditions and culture of the Kumaon community.
Cost: ₹ 2,700 (Uttarakhand); ₹ 2,896 (Goa); ₹ 3,000 (Gurgaon)
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5. Vale Of Paradise, Samsara
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Homegrown gin brand, Samsara, has a new variant ‘Vale of Paradise,’. The brand-new variation, which is part of the company’s New World Experiment collection, is made from botanicals obtained from all around Kashmir. The spirit comes with a lot of botanical notes–from Himalayan Juniper Berries, Hemp Seeds, and Rose Petals, to Cardamom and coriander–later, distilled with local Kashmiri kahwa and saffron ribbons.
Cost: ₹3,200 (Goa)
6. Baagh Gin
If you enjoy citrus-forward gin, you might want to explore this new gin. Chhota Hazri Spirits, an Indian spirits manufacturer, produces Baagh. This newly launched gin combines the zinginess of Nagpur oranges with the crispiness of lime, as well as delicate notes of spice. This new gin has a citrusy note and is slightly sweet. Unlike other gins, this one tends to be quite smooth on the palate and even can be sipped well with just a block of ice.
Cost: ₹1950 (Mumbai & Pune)
7. Sherry Cask Aged Gin, Stranger & Sons
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Stranger & Sons has been at the forefront of revolutionising and changing the Indian gin spirit landscape since its debut in 2018. Their latest variant is a Sherry Cask Aged Gin. Well, is it a gin or whisky? While we mostly take ageing in sherry casks to be about whiskies, this gin is unique boasting of warm and sweet flavour notes. Infused with cascara, the humble husk of coffee cherry and wild honey, it’s woody, spicy and sweet. The makers want you to sip this like a classic old-fashioned cocktail or best have it neat.
Cost: ₹3499 (Maharashtra); ₹4300 (Karnataka); ₹3200 (Goa)
8. Hibiscus Ginger Mead, Moonshine Meadery
Another new alcohol variant, mead has been enjoying a resurgence in popularity in recent years. In India, Moonshine Meadery comes to the forefront. They have added a new variant, Hibiscus Ginger Mead. This one-of-a-kind mead, a mix of hibiscus and ginger, promises a delectable flavour. Ginger’s deep, earthy heat matches the tartness of the hibiscus, resulting in a very unique flavour combination. Moreover, the spirit has a bright colour that makes it look like a magic potion!
Cost: ₹199 (Mumbai & Pune)
So, which of these new alcohols are you going to sip first to welcome the festive time?
Cover image credits: Press release/Samsara; Kumaon & I
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First Published: October 12, 2023 6:49 PM