Explore 5 award-winning whisky brands available in India under Rs 40,000, including Chivas Regal 25, Royal Salute 21, and more. These premium options feature diverse flavor profiles, from tropical fruit and polished oak to coastal peat smoke, and have earned accolades at international competitions.
Prestige in whisky brands comes from more than age alone. The choice of casks, the art of blending and the character that develops over time, all play a part in setting whiskies apart. Take a look at 5 award-winning whisky brands in India under Rs 40000 including Chivas Regal 25, Royal Salute 21, Scapa 10, Glenlivet 15 whisky, Wildmoor Dark Moorland 23 whisky and more here. These whiskies span mature Scotch whisky blends, island single malt whiskies and American bourbon. These whiskies bring distinct flavour profiles and international competition recognition to the table. Scroll down for these whisky bottles' indicative prices in India, tasting notes, ABV, award details and more.
Chivas Regal 25 brings tropical fruit and polished oak to a mature blended Scotch. Its tasting profile features sultanas, crisp apple, pear drops, toffee and vanilla, with a rounded finish. Chivas Regal 25 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky received a Gold medal at the 2026 International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC).
Chivas Regal 25 Year Old Whisky Price in India: Rs 28,000 to Rs 35,000 for 700 ml
ABV: 40%.
Royal Salute 21 combines ripe tropical fruit with polished oak, citrus, biscuit and a subtle trace of peat smoke. The Royal Salute 21 Year Old Signature Blend Whisky won the Blended Scotch Whisky Trophy at the IWSC 2026, earning 96 points. Its sophisticated profile makes it a natural choice for a celebratory pour.
Royal Salute 21 Year Old Whisky Price in India: Rs 12,500 to Rs 15,000 for 700 ml
ABV: 40%.
Scapa 10 offers a softer interpretation of island whisky, pairing tropical fruit and honey with creme brulee, stewed apple, vanilla custard and milk chocolate. The Orkney Scapa 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky earned Double Gold at the International Spirits Challenge 2026.
Scapa 10 Year Old Whisky Price in India: Rs 7,000 to Rs 8,500 for 700 ml
ABV: 48%
Matured selectively in French Limousin oak casks, The Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oak Reserve Whisky develops a profile of ripe fruit, sweet almond, toasted oak and baking spices. It earned a Gold medal at the International Spirits Challenge 2026, making it a compelling option for those who enjoy fruit-forward single malts.
The Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oak Reserve Whisky Price in India: Rs 8,000 to Rs 10,500 for 750 ml
ABV: 40%
The Wildmoor Dark Moorland 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky brings together dried fruit, forest berries, cooked plum, raisin and aromatic spice, with gentle smoky wood towards the finish. It received a Silver medal at the IWSC 2026. Indian retail availability and pricing should be confirmed before purchase.
Wildmoor Dark Moorland 23 Year Old Whisky Price in India: Rs 18,000 to Rs 22,000 for 700 ml
ABV: 42%.
Note: Whisky prices in India may vary by retailer and state, and availability can differ across markets.