Eat & DrinkIndia's whiskies soar up the charts
Unique local brands are attracting growing international recognition
Indian whiskies are winning global acclaim and challenging the dominance of traditional producers like Scotland and the U.S. (Source photos Diageo India, Globus Sprits, Octaga Green)
BINDU GOPAL RAO, Contributing writer
December 22, 2024 07:38 JST
NEW DELHI -- In August 2024, Indri Dru, a single malt whisky from India's northern state of Haryana, took five medals at the annual USA Spirits Ratings awards, astonishing many participants. Among other prizes, Indri Dru was crowned Whiskey of the Year, Single Malt Whiskey of the Year and Best Spirit of the Year by Country.