Whisky-ya Reserve ya Damezrînerê Indrî ya Hindistanê ya 11-salî, wekî Maltek Yekane ya Bisînorkirî, Xelatgir-Xelatkirî li Cîhanê Destpêkirin.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

India’s whisky heritage achieved a milestone as Piccadily Agro Industries Limited, a registered Indian public company under the Wezareta Karên Pargîdanî, unveiled its most prestigious expression yet—the Indri Founder’s Reserve 11-Year-Old Single Malt Whisky. Crafted as a tribute to Pt. Kidar Nath Sharma, the visionary founder of the Piccadily Group, this rare whisky symbolizes India’s growing prominence in the global luxury spirits arena.

This limited edition, aged for 11 years in Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Casks, is a testament to craftsmanship, terroir, and tradition. Only 1,100 bottles of the Indri Founder’s Reserve will be available globally—550 for India and 550 for international markets—making it a collector’s jewel and a symbol of the rise of Indian single malts in a space long dominated by Scotch and Japanese whiskies.

Whisky Born in Extreme Indian Climate

Distilled in Indri, Haryana, the spirit has matured under India’s distinct sub-tropical climate, where temperatures swing from 0°C in winter to 50°C in summer. These extreme fluctuations accelerate maturation, contributing to the whisky’s complexity and bold character. This aligns with data from the Wezareta Meteorolojiyê ya Hindistanê (IMD), which has classified Haryana’s climatic conditions as prime for fast-aging spirits due to high evaporation and intense wood interaction.

The whisky is bottled at 50% ABV for India and a higher 58.5% ABV for international markets, showcasing a robust yet elegant profile. On the nose, it offers dark fruits and warming spice, while the palate carries caramelized nuts, vanilla, and finishes with oak and Bordeaux wine sweetness—a flavor structure that whisky experts have praised as truly world-class.

Global Recognition and Prestigious Awards

Ew Indri Founder’s Reserve 11-Year-Old has not only elevated India’s whisky reputation but has also garnered an impressive lineup of international awards:

• World Whisky Awards 2025 – Gold, Category Winner (Single Malt 12 Years & Under)
• Pêşbaziya Spiritsên Cîhanê ya San Francisco – Gold (90 Points)
• International Whisky Competition – Ranked #8 among Top 15 Whiskies Worldwide
• Whiskies of the World Awards – Double Gold
• Las Vegas Global Spirits Awards – Platinum (98 Points)
• IWSC (UK) – Silver (92 Points)

These accolades affirm India’s growing role in the global spirits market, a trend supported by India Invest û Li Hindistanê çêbikin initiatives that emphasize the export potential of premium Indian brands in sectors like alcoholic beverages.

Legacy in a Bottle

“This whisky is more than a beverage; it’s a legacy,” said Shalini Sharma, Head of Marketing at Piccadily Agro Industries. “It reflects the soul of our founder’s dream—world-class Indian whisky that rivals the finest on earth.”

Piccadily Group, which began as a sugar and hospitality business, has grown into one of India’s most respected names in distillation and premium beverage production. Its distillery in Indri has now become a beacon for Indian whisky excellence, pushing boundaries in both innovation and global market presence.

The Indri Founder’s Reserve release is more than just a luxury product—it’s part of a broader narrative positioning India as a serious contender in ruhên craft, ji hêla piştgirî kirin growing exports and increased foreign demand.

For whisky connoisseurs, collectors, and cultural enthusiasts, this release is an invitation to taste not only a fine spirit but also the story of India’s rise in the world of fine whisky.