Blends may reign supreme in the world of whiskey, but single malts hold the crown as the crème de la crème of the scotch universe.
In India, where passion for Caledonian ambers runs deep, these single malts proudly occupy the top shelves, offering a spectrum of flavours from fruity to smoky.
Choosing the perfect bottle can be a daunting task, but fear not – let the cosmos be your guide.
Aries: Ardbeg 10 Year Old (Price: Rs 7,000 approx.)
For the competitive and adventurous Aries, the spicy and smoky Ardbeg 10-year-old is the ideal choice. Aged in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, this whisky offers a bold flavor profile with notes of menthol, dark chocolate, black pepper, lemon, pear, and baked apple.
Taurus: Bowmore 12 Year Old (Price: Rs 8,000 approx.)
Sophisticated Taurus individuals would appreciate the luxurious Bowmore 12-year-old. Aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, it boasts notes of sweet honey, lemon, dark chocolate, and peaty smoke, delivering a long and mellow finish.
Gemini: Glen Grant 10 Year Old (Price: Rs 6,000 approx)
Sociable Geminis will love the approachable Glen Grant 10-year-old, aged in bourbon barrels. With hints of vanilla and pear, this best-selling expression offers a soft finish and a creamy mouthfeel, perfectly aligning with Gemini’s fun-loving nature.
Cancer: The Dalmore 15 Year Old (Price: Rs 14,000 approx)
Affectionate Cancerians will find comfort in The Dalmore 15-year-old, a sweet and warm Highland whisky matured in various casks, including ex-bourbon, Apostoles, Amoroso, and Matusalem.
Leo: Lagavulin 16 (Price: Rs 12,000 approx)
Regal Leos deserve the king of Islay, Lagavulin 16. Poured in deep gold, this robust whisky features notes of black tea, leather, vanilla, figs, sea salt, and sweet spices, with a strong hint of smoke—fit for the bold and luxurious taste of Leos.
Virgo: Glenlivet 15 Year Old (Price: Rs 8,000 approx.)
Hardworking Virgos will appreciate the dependable and high-quality Glenlivet 15-year-old, known for being one of the oldest single malt scotches globally, reflecting Virgo’s pursuit of perfection.
Libra: Aberlour 12-Year-Old Double Cask Matured (Price: Rs 7,000 approx.)
Balanced Libras will enjoy the luxurious and approachable Aberlour 12-year-old. With double-cask maturation in sherry and bourbon, this well-balanced whisky caters to Libra’s harmonious nature.
Scorpio: Laphroaig Scotch 10 Years (Price: Rs 10,000 approx.)
Bold and passionate Scorpios will resonate with the intense and smoky Laphroaig Scotch 10 years-old. Featuring malted barley cold-smoked and aged in ex-bourbon barrels, it offers a rich and robust flavor.
Sagittarius: Benromach 10 Years (Price: Rs 14,000 approx.)
Adventurous Sagittarians will find a bright and approachable companion in Benromach 10 years-old. With golden hues and notes of pear, dark honey, green apple, and soft vanilla, it perfectly complements Sagittarius’s versatile personality.
Capricorn: The Macallan Double Cask 18 Years Old (Price: Rs 73,750 approx.)
Hardworking and refined Capricorns deserve the luxurious Macallan Double Cask 18 years-old. Aged in American and European sherry-seasoned oak casks, it pours a rich amber-honey, reflecting Capricorn’s appreciation for the finer things in life.
Aquarius: Bruichladdich Classic Laddie (Price: Rs 8,000 approx)
Innovative and social Aquarians will be drawn to the rebellious and progressive Bruichladdich Classic Laddie. As a non-conformist brand, it discards strict rules of production and age statements, aligning with Aquarius’s forward-thinking spirit.
Pisces: Glenmorangie – The Lasanta (Price: Rs 9,000 approx.)
Sensitive and imaginative Pisceans will cherish the sweet and warm Glenmorangie – The Lasanta. This sherry-aged single malt, reminiscent of a sunset, perfectly captures the whimsical essence of the water sign.
