What Kolkata Is Drinking: 19 Top Alcohol Brands Kolkata Is Buzzing On

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1. Gin: Bombay Sapphire

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2. Premium Indian Whisky: Antiquity Blue

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3. Blended Scotch/Blended Malt: Johnnie Walker

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4. International Whisky: Jameson

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5. International Single Malt: The Glenlivet

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6. Vodka: Absolut

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7. Rum: Bacardi

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8. Agave: Corralejo

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9. Indian Craft Spirits: Hapusa

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10. Cognac & Brandy: Hennessy

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11. Amaro/Aperitif: Campari

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12. Liqueurs: Bailey's

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13. Indian Beer: Kingfisher

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14. International Beer: Corona

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15. Indian Still Wine: Fratelli

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16. International Still Wine: Jacob's Creek

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17. Sparkling Wine: Moet & Chandon

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18. Mixers: Schweppes

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19. Water: Veen

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