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Myra
3Opened this one for a weekend catch-up. It had a decent bright botanicals; after that, the finish turned medicinal. Middle of the road for my taste.
botanical - fresh - juniperAmrut Nilgiris Indian Dry Gin
4Amrut Nilgiris Indian Dry Gin captures the essence of the Nilgiris mountain range with its vibrant flavors. Infused with botanicals sourced from the region, it offers a refreshing and distinctive taste experience.
ABV
Alcohol strength can vary by variant and market. Check the bottle label before serving.
Amrut Nilgiris Indian Dry Gin is a gin — a clear spirit infused with juniper berries and other botanicals (herbs, spices, citrus). It's refreshing, aromatic, and the backbone of classic cocktails like the G&T.
Nose: Aromas of juniper, citrus, and fresh herbs. Palate: Vibrant and refreshing, with flavors of juniper, lemon, and coriander, followed by hints of mint and eucalyptus. Finish: Clean and crisp, with lingering notes of citrus and herbs, leaving a refreshing sensation. 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 Nilgiris Indian Dry Gin captures the essence of the Nilgiris mountain range with its vibrant flavors. Infused with botanicals sourced from the region, it offers a refreshing and distinctive taste experience. Amrut Nilgiris Indian Dry Gin is listed by PourBud as Gin from Amrut, with an origin linked to India. Its listed ingredients include Neutral grain spirit, juniper berries, botanicals, water. The available production notes identify Base Spirit, Botanical Selection, Redistillation, Dilution & Bottling as part of its making or maturation context. The recorded flavour profile highlights Juniper, Citrus, Herbal, Crisp. Serving references in the catalog include Gin & Tonic, Martini, Negroni, depending on the style and bottle guidance. Food-pairing notes connect it with Bruschetta, Grilled Prawns, Light Salads, Smoked Salmon.
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.
India
What goes with it
Bruschetta
Grilled Prawns
Light Salads
Smoked Salmon
Olives & Cheese
Aged CheeseTop Reviews
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Chirag
4Amrut was part of a quiet night at home. I liked the bright botanicals. The only drawback was that the aroma was stronger than the flavour. A solid four rather than a five.
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Nikita
5Amrut smelled more expressive than I expected. I liked the fresh citrus; the peppery finish made it feel complete rather than heavy. One of the more enjoyable options I've tried in this category.
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