MAM
Radico Khaitan launches World’s First Single Malt Whisky finished in Indian Wine Casks – Rampur Asava
Radico Khaitan – the largest manufacturer of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) in India – has added yet another feather to its cap with the recent launch of a unique and exciting new expression ‘Rampur Asava Indian Single Malt Whisky’ at The Whisky Show 2020 in the United Kingdom. In a first, a single malt matured in American Bourbon Barrels has been carefully finished in Indian Cabernet Sauvignon casks, at one of Asia’s largest distilleries i.e. Rampur, UP. Currently launched in the UK and the US, Rampur Asava – a non-chill filtered and bottled at 45% ABV resulting in a ground-breaking expression with perfect balance – is set to be made available in a few other markets for whisky connoisseurs soon.
With the exclusive combination of Rampur’s unique distillation and maturation process, this single malt has successfully taken traditional Indian heritage and rooted it in contemporary culture. This luxury whisky, produced at a distillery located in the foothills of the Himalayas, is the perfect amalgamation of tradition and innovation through the use of Indian Cabernet Sauvignon casks. The unique distillery location exposes the whiskies to polar opposite climate conditions throughout the year, with the flavour of the famous Indian Summer giving Rampur Single Malts an added dimension as well as depth.
“We are very proud of our Indian heritage and Rampur Asava is another step in bringing the unique whiskies of India to the world. We are confident the exotic and unique Indian flavours will delight your palate,” said Mr. Abhishek Khaitan, Managing Director, Radico Khaitan.
Rampur Asava is an electrifying addition to Rampur’s Indian Single Malt Whisky range, which currently boasts of Rampur Select, Rampur Double Cask, limited edition Rampur Sherry PX and the ultra-exclusive Rampur Signature Reserve.
Sanjeev Banga, President, International Business of Radico, said: “We are always striving to make each Rampur expression of the highest quality and exciting for malt whisky drinkers. The diverse weather conditions at the distillery have enabled us to be creative and experiment with our single malts. We are delighted with the results as there is an impeccable balance of taste in this finely perfected golden nectar that lingers on your taste buds.”
Tasting Notes:
Appearance: Dark mahogany
Nose: Typical tropical fruity note of Rampur with added notes of apricot, blackberry, black currant, dark cherry & plum followed with a faint hint of tobacco and spices.
Palate: Velvety, Manuka honey sweetness highlighted by spicy oak, vanilla and balanced with dryness from Indian red wine.
Finish: Medium to long finish which gently lingers on the palate
Initial launch in UK and USA. More markets to follow.
Instagram: @rampursinglemalt
Facebook: @rampursinglemalt
www.rampursinglemalt.com
Notes to Editors:
Rampur Asava Indian Single Malt Whisky is owned by Radico Khaitan – the largest Indian beverage alcohol company and one of the oldest whisky distillers in India – established in 1943. The company has been distilling malt whiskies for over 27 years with a reputation for quality and innovation.
Three of Radico Khaitan’s distilleries are based in Uttar Pradesh in the foothills of the Himalayas, where all of Rampur’s Whiskies are distilled, matured and bottled. Rampur is named after the princely Indian state known for its rich heritage and royal traditions.
Radico Khaitan are also the producers of award winning Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin, which is triple-distilled in traditional copper pot stills and hand-crafted with a recipe that combines the ancient knowledge of herbs and spices, vibrant juniper berries and hand-picked botanicals from all four corners of India. With seven of the 11 botanicals coming from India, Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin is ‘the whole of Indian in one bottle’.
For trade enquiries please contact: exports@radico.co.in
Brands
Jubilant FoodWorks faces Rs 47.5 crore GST demand, plans appeal
Tax authorities flag alleged misclassification of restaurant services
MUMBAI: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has landed in a tax tussle after receiving a GST demand of Rs 47.5 crore from the office of the additional commissioner of CGST and central excise in Thane, Maharashtra.
The order, issued under the provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, relates to an alleged incorrect classification of certain services under the category of restaurant services. According to the tax authorities, this classification resulted in a short payment of goods and services tax for the period between the financial years 2019-20 and 2021-22.
The demand includes Rs 47.5 crore in GST along with an equal amount as penalty, in addition to applicable interest. The order was received by the company on March 13, 2026.
In a regulatory filing to the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, the company said it disagrees with the order and believes its arguments were not adequately considered.
The company is preparing to challenge the decision and plans to file an appeal. It added that once the redressal process is complete, the demand is likely to be dropped.
Despite the sizeable figure attached to the notice, the company said it does not expect any material impact on its financials, operations or other activities.
The disclosure was signed by Suman Hegde, EVP and chief financial officer, who confirmed that the company received the order at 19:06 IST on March 13 and has already initiated steps to contest it.
The development places the quick service restaurant major in the middle of a tax debate that could hinge on how certain restaurant-linked services are classified under GST rules. For now, the company appears ready to take the matter from the tax office to the appeals desk.
