Indian Whisky Brands Dominate World Whiskies Awards 2025
The World Whiskies Awards 2025 Rest of World (RoW) winners have been announced, and Indian whisky brands have once again proven their excellence by securing top accolades across multiple categories. With this achievement, these outstanding whiskies now move forward to the global competition, where they will compete against the best from Scotland, France, Ireland, and the USA. The final round will conclude at the Global Dinner in March, where the ultimate ‘World’s Best’ winners will be crowned.
Amrut Distilleries Leads with Multiple Awards
One of India’s most renowned whisky brands, Amrut, has made a strong impact with multiple wins:
- Gold Medal: Amrut’s Peated Single Malt Cask Strength (62.8%) in the Single Malt – No Age Statement category.
- Silver Medals:
- Amrut Bagheera (46%)
- Amrut Fusion Single Malt (50%)
- Amrut Single Malt (46%)
- Amrut Single Malt Cask Strength (61.8%)
- Bronze Medal: Amrut Rye Malt (50%) in the Rye – No Age Statement category.
Amrut’s exceptional craftsmanship and bold flavors continue to elevate India’s position in the world of premium whisky.
Indri’s Exclusive Releases Secure Top Honours
Indri-Trini, known for its innovation and craftsmanship, had an impressive showing at the awards:
- Gold Medal: Indri’s Refill Oloroso Sherry Cask Single Cask 03 (58.5%) in the Single Cask Single Malt – No Age Statement category.
- Silver Medals:
- Indri’s Ex Sauterne Wine Cask Single Cask 47050 (58.5%) in Single Cask Single Malt – No Age Statement.
- Indri’s 2024 Diwali Collector’s Edition (58.5%) in Small Batch Single Malt – No Age Statement.
- Bronze Medals:
- Indri’s Exclusive Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon Editions in Single Malt – No Age Statement.
- Category Winner: Indri’s Founder’s Reserve Wine Cask 11 Years Old (58.5%) in Single Malt – 12 Years & Under category.
These awards reflect Indri’s commitment to crafting unique, high-quality whiskies that stand out on the global stage.
Legacy, Sterling Reserve, and Roulette Shine in Blended Whisky Category
Indian blended whisky brands also made a mark at the awards:
- Gold Medal: Legacy’s Premium Blended Whisky (42.8%) in the Blended – No Age Statement category.
- Bronze Medals:
- Sterling Reserve B10 Premium Blended (42.8%)
- Roulette’s Unpeated Premium (42.8%)
These brands continue to elevate the perception of Indian blended whiskies in international markets.
Emerging Indian Whisky Brands Earn Global Recognition
India’s diverse whisky landscape was further highlighted with wins by emerging craft whisky brands:
- Bronze Medals in Single Malt – No Age Statement category:
- DOAAB India Craft Whisky Six Blind Men & The Elephant (42.8%)
- Marudham Single Malts of India (46%)
- Paul John Single Malt Whisky Madeira (48%)
These wins signal the growing strength and innovation of India’s whisky industry, showcasing a broad spectrum of styles and flavors.
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A Milestone for Indian Whisky on the Global Stage
The success of Indian whisky brands at the World Whiskies Awards 2025 highlights the country’s rising dominance in the global spirits industry. With their continued focus on quality, innovation, and craftsmanship, Indian distilleries are now competing with and often surpassing traditional whisky-producing nations.
As these award-winning whiskies prepare to face off against international competitors in the final round, all eyes are on India’s growing influence in the whisky world. Whether it’s the rich legacy of Amrut, the innovative releases of Indri, or the craftsmanship of emerging brands, Indian whisky is undeniably making its mark on the global map.
