World Whiskey Day | 7 lesser-know brands that are gaining popularity around the world: Check price in Mumbai

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Alcohol connoisseurs observed World Whiskey Day on May 18 by indulging in a splash of one of the world’s most beloved spirits. Celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May, the day brings whiskey enthusiasts and novices together to raise a glass in honour of the craftsmanship and traditions involved in whiskey making. (Image: Shutterstock)

Whether it’s scotch from Scotland, bourbon from America, single malts and blended whiskies from Indian distillers, or the smoky allure of Irish whiskey, on World Whiskey Day connoisseurs can explore the nuances of different styles and flavours of whiskies worldwide. On the occasion, the CNBC-TV18 Travel Desk has compiled a list of whiskey brands that are gaining popularity. Take a look. (Image: Reuters)

No 1. Chivas Ultis XX | Price in Mumbai: ₹21,200 | This spirit is an uncompromising and visionary expression Of Chivas’ inimitable style. Chivas Ultis XX, aged for 20 years, is an outstanding blended Malt Whisky that honours and pays tribute to the strength of the vision, commitment and mastery of five generations of blending excellence. Chivas’ exceptional single grain adds to the complexity and flavour of the malts. These Malts’ distilleries are located across Speyside in Scotland which is famed for its microclimate ideal for whisky-making.

No 2. Jameson Black Barrel | Price in Mumbai: ₹3,750 for a 750ml bottle | Double charring the wood fires up the barrel and gives them new life. Untold richness and complexity awaits in every drop of Jameson Black Barrel. It’s perfect on its own or on the rocks, but it’s also commonly known as the best whiskey for an old-fashioned connoisseur.

No 3. Glenmorangie Highland single malt Scotch whisky | Price in Mumbai: ₹7,050 | Glenmorangie Highland single malt Scotch whisky is set to launch a uniquely fruity and floral whisky – its first ever finished in French Calvados casks. Glenmorangie Calvados Cask Finish is the fifth release in the Distillery’s Barrel Select Release series of small-batch single malts, which explores the flavours that arise from different cask finishes. Entwining scents of jasmine with baked apples and pears, this rare 12-year-old bottling offers new mellow depths to Glenmorangie’s signature fruity tones.

No 4. Glenmorangie Lasanta | Price in Mumbai: ₹9,293 | The Lasanta begins with the brand’s giraffe-high stills, which yield a deliciously delicate and fruity spirit. Next, it is matured in bourbon and sherry casks for 12 years, transforming it into an odyssey bursting with rich spiciness and sun-drenched sweetness. It radiates with raisins, honeycomb and chocolate-covered hazelnuts lightened by cinnamon breezes. Each time you watch the sunset, you see something different – this is how it is to drink Lasanta.

No 5. Ardbeg Smoketrails Manzanilla Edition | Price in Mumbai: ₹8,100 | The renowned Islay Single Malt offers a chance for whisky enthusiasts to take their palate on a journey, exploring the influence of different casks from around the world on the signature Ardbeg style. The Islay Distillery’s first release in the new series is all set to launch in India this week. Ardbeg Smoketrails Manzanilla Edition marries malt matured in classic Ardbeg American oak casks with Manzanilla sherry casks from Sanlúcar de Barrameda on Spain’s Atlantic coast. The result is a salty, maritime character combined with a powerful blast of classic Ardbeg smoke.

No 6. The Macallan | Price in Mumbai: ₹7,200 | Renowned for its unparalleled craftsmanship, The Macallan produces some of the world’s finest single malt whiskies. From their core expressions like the Macallan 12-Year-Old to their rare and highly sought-after releases, each whisky from The Macallan is rich in flavour, including notes of dried fruits, spices, and honey. Indulge in their range of age statements and limited editions to experience the epitome of luxury in every sip.

No 7. Indri-Trini | | Price in Mumbai: ₹5,400 | The single malt whiskey hailing from the House of Piccadily Distilleries, continues its global acclaim by distinguishing itself as India’s pioneering triple-cask single malt whiskey. The name “Trini” pays homage to the trio of esteemed casks — ex-Bourbon, ex-French wine, and PX Sherry—in which the whiskey matures.