HOMEGROWN INDIAN TONIC: SVAMI
It’s no surprise that the enthusiasm around gin lately has led to renewed interest in tonic. The GinTo craze has us all paying more attention to this mixer to find the perfect ‘T’ for our ‘G’. Yes, India’s late to…
VIDEO: India’s New Single Malt – Rampur
There’s a new Indian Single Malt whisky – RAMPUR. But is it a worthy addition to your bar? Here’s all you need to know about it. The premium single malt is made at the Radico Khaitan Distillery in Rampur. The distillery…
First Sip: Historic Munich beer now in India
If you’re ever in Munich slot in a few hours at Hofbräuhaus am Platzl, one of the oldest beer halls in the city (hic!). A historic brewery that’s an official part of the Oktoberfest, Hofbräu was founded by the Duke of Bavaria in 1589…
Scout for this whisky on your next trip abroad
If you like your single malt then you’ve probably heard of Amrut by now. The Indian whisky brand shot into the limelight a few years ago when Jim Murray, author of The Whisky Bible rated it the ‘third finest whisky…
New in the market: The Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve
The Glenlivet hardly needs an introduction. Dating back to 1824 (officially at least), it was the first distillery in Scotland’s Speyside region to be granted a distilling license. Today, it’s among the best selling single malt brands in the world….
Beer Review: Mahou 5 Star & Dare Devil
You’ve probably heard of beer brand Mahou before. The well-known, ‘Spain’s no. 1 beer’, Mahou recently began brewing in Bhiwadi in Rajasthan. This is the first time Mahou is being brewed outside of Spain, so it’s a biggie! The brewery produces two…
Nocturne: The Party Champagne
I’m not one for flowers, chocolates, or diamonds, but Champagne I can rarely say no to. Okay, make that never. So despite being slightly under the weather, I headed to the JW Marriott Aerocity in New Delhi for an evening…
New in the market: Chêne Grande Reserve 2010
Last night was the launch of a new red wine reserve from Grover Zampa Vineyards – the Chêne Grande Reserve 2010. The wine is a blend of Tempranillo (60%) and Syrah (40%) grapes grown on the slopes of the winery’s Igatpuri (in…
Welcoming the SETTE 2010
A few days ago I was at a wine tasting different from the usual. I’ve come to hate any event that claims to be a ‘wine and food pairing’. In the many I’ve attended in Mumbai over the last few…
Chivas Regal Limited Edition by Rohit Bal
A new limited edition Chivas Regal packaging was unveiled recently, this one the brainchild of fashion designer and Chivas brand ambassador, Rohit Bal. The pack has his signature motifs of the lotus and peacock, accentuating ‘the essence of the brand which stands for…