I had mixed expectations for this bottle. It opened with warm oak, then moved into gentle spice without losing balance. This one earned a place on my repeat list.
smooth - smoky - maltyAmrut Master Distiller's Reserve Indian Single Malt Whisky Price in Bangalore
3.3Amrut Master Distiller's Reserve is a hand-selected single cask Indian single malt from Amrut Distilleries, Bangalore. Each release showcases the nuances of a specific cask chosen by the master distiller, featuring varying finishes across vintages. Complex, unfiltered, and non-chill filtered.
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Amrut Master Distiller's Reserve Indian Single Malt Whisky is a single malt whisky made entirely from malted barley at one distillery. Think of it as a pure, handcrafted spirit that captures the character of its home region — aged in oak barrels for rich, complex flavors.
Dry fruits, toffee, and honey on the nose - rich spice and oak on the palate - salivating finish with soft phenols and lingering malt sweetness. Founded in 1948 in Bangalore, India, Amrut Distilleries became the first Indian distillery to release a single malt whisky internationally in 2004. Jim Murray scored Amrut Fusion 97 points, catapulting Indian whisky onto the world stage. Made in India, where the tropical climate accelerates maturation and adds unique character to spirits. Amrut Master Distiller's Reserve is a hand-selected single cask Indian single malt from Amrut Distilleries, Bangalore. Each release showcases the nuances of a specific cask chosen by the master distiller, featuring varying finishes across vintages. Complex, unfiltered, and non-chill filtered. Amrut Master Distiller's Reserve Indian Single Malt Whisky is listed by PourBud as Single Malts from Amrut, with an origin linked to India. Its listed ingredients include Malted barley, pure water, yeast. The available production notes identify Malting, Mashing, Fermentation, Distillation, Cask Aging, Bottling as part of its making or maturation context. The recorded flavour profile highlights Tropical, Warm, Spicy, Rich. Serving references in the catalog include Neat, With Water, On the Rocks, depending on the style and bottle guidance. Food-pairing notes connect it with Roasted Nuts, Kebabs, Paneer Tikka, Grilled Meats.
Basic History
Founded in 1948 in Bangalore, India, Amrut Distilleries became the first Indian distillery to release a single malt whisky internationally in 2004. Jim Murray scored Amrut Fusion 97 points, catapulting Indian whisky onto the world stage.
Origin & Region
Made in India, where the tropical climate accelerates maturation and adds unique character to spirits.
What goes with it
Roasted Nuts
Kebabs
Paneer Tikka
Grilled Meats
Dark Chocolate
Cheese PlatterTop Reviews
The warm oak came through clearly, and nutty edge kept the sip interesting. This one earned a place on my repeat list.
smoky - malty - oakyI mostly tried Amrut as part of a simple serve. From the first sip, the finish turned bitter; the finish was no better because the oak came across too dry. I left most of the pour unfinished.
spiced - smoky
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