Indian whiskies shone at global competitions in 2026, from San Francisco to London, picking up Double Golds, category wins and high scores. This guide lists standout bottles like GianChand, Godawan 02, Crazy Cock Madhuca III, Dru Cask Strength and Agneya, detailing their ABV, price ranges across Indian states, and where drinkers can buy them in major cities and duty free outlets.
Indian whiskies picked up medals at several major global competitions in 2026. And here we present a list of the Indian whiskies that won international awards in 2026, from GianChand, Crazy Cock Madhuca III, Godawan, Rampur, Kadamba to Royal Ranthambore whisky. Along with the international awards, we list the prices, ABV and where each one is currently sold.
These Indian whiskies have won major international awards like the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the International Wine and Spirit Competition, the International Whisky Competition, and the Bartender Spirits Awards.
Award: Gianchand whisky won the Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2026, Silver Medal at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2026
ABV: 42.8%
Gianchand whisky Price: Around ₹850 to ₹1,200 for a 750ml bottle in India, with Delhi and Goa on the lower end and Mumbai and Hyderabad on the higher end
Where to buy: Sold across most Indian states through authorised liquor stores. Made by DeVANS Modern Breweries in Jammu
Award: Godawan 02 Fruit & Spice whisky won the Double Gold, Indian Single Malt Whisky of the Year, and Spirit of the Year India at the Bartender Spirits Awards 2026, with a score of 97 points
ABV: 46%
Godawan 02 Fruit & Spice Whisky Price: Around ₹6,100 for a 750ml bottle in Mumbai and Kolkata
Where to buy: Available at premium liquor stores in major Indian cities. Made by Diageo India at its distillery in Alwar, Rajasthan
Award: Crazy Cock Madhuca III whisky won the Gold Medal at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) UK 2026, with 95 points, the highest score among Indian whiskies at the competition
ABV: 42.8%
Crazy Cock Madhuca III Whisky Price: Around ₹3,590 to ₹3,680 for a 750ml bottle in India
Where to buy: Sold in select cities including Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Goa and Bengaluru. Made by South Seas Distilleries in Dahanu, Maharashtra, and finished in Mahua casks
Award: Dru Cask Strength Single Malt whisky won the 2nd place for Best Indian Whisky and Best Single Malt Indian Whisky at the International Whisky Competition (IWC) 2026, with 90.87 points
ABV: 57.2%
Dru Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Price: Around ₹5,000 to ₹6,700 for a 750ml bottle, depending on the state
Where to buy: Widely available across Indian states. Made by Piccadily Distilleries in Indri, Haryana
Award: Agneya Single Malt whisky won the 3rd place for Best Indian Whisky and Best Single Malt Indian Whisky at the IWC 2026, with 89.70 points
ABV: 46%
Agneya Single Malt Whisky Price: Around ₹3,800 to ₹8,000 for a 750ml bottle, depending on the state
Where to buy: Available in Haryana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi, Daman and Goa. Made by Piccadily Distilleries, this is a lightly peated expression
Award: GianChand Manshaa whisky won the Silver Medal at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2026
ABV: 42.8%
GianChand Manshaa Whisky Price: Around ₹8,500 for a 750ml bottle in Gurgaon
Where to buy: Available in Jammu, Delhi NCR and Goa. This is the peated expression from DeVANS Modern Breweries
Award: Rampur Barrel Blush Whisky won the Gold Medal at the Bartender Spirits Awards 2026, with 90 points
ABV: 45%
Rampur Barrel Blush Whisky Price: Around ₹9,000 to ₹13,500 for a 750ml bottle at duty free outlets in India. Domestic retail availability is still limited
Where to buy: Available at Indian duty free stores. Made by Radico Khaitan at its Rampur Distillery in Uttar Pradesh
Award: Kadamba World Cask Whisky won the Gold Medal at the Bartender Spirits Awards 2026, with 95 points
ABV: 42.8%
Kadamba World Cask Whisky Price: Around ₹2,700 to ₹6,300 for a 750ml bottle, depending on the state
Where to buy: Available in Goa and other Indian states. Made by Cheers Group at its distillery in North Goa
Award: Royal Ranthambore Whisky won the Gold Medal and Blended Whisky of the Year at the Bartender Spirits Awards 2026, with 95 points
ABV: 42.8%
Royal Ranthambore Whisky Price: Around ₹1,200 for a 750ml bottle
Where to buy: Widely available across India. A blend of Scotch malts and Indian grain spirit, made by Radico Khaitan
Award: Seagram's Longitude 77 Whisky won the Bronze Medal at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2026
ABV: 42.8%
Seagram's Longitude 77 Whisky Price: Around ₹5,500 for a 750ml bottle in Mumbai
Where to buy: Available in Goa, Maharashtra, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi Duty Free. Made by Pernod Ricard India at its distillery in Nashik, Maharashtra
Note: Whisky prices vary by state due to taxes and excise duties. Prices are approximate and may differ by retailer. Check with your local authorised liquor store for current pricing.