In pictures: Six Indian single malts worth exploring on World Whisky Day

Kamet: The joint venture between Peak Spirits and Piccadily Distillery was created with master blenders Nancy Fraley and Surrinder Kumar. The new-age whisky is aged in wine, bourbon and sherry casks which lend to its blend, a fruity profile with oaky, spice-forward notes and top notes of sweet dark chocolate. It’s ideal for those who want a warm, complex and nutty finish with a balanced, sherried sweetness. Price: Rs 2,999 for 750ml

Amrut Fusion: This crackling and smokey Indian whisky is made with Indian barley and Scottish peated malt from Scotland. The ‘fusion’ refers to the marriage of 25% cask strength peated single malt and 75% cask strength unpeated single malt. On the nose, this fusion offers some big, oaky and candied notes, but it’s the interesting finish that really takes the cake. Price: Rs 3,340 for 750ml

Paul John Edited: Created by Goa-based master distiller Michael D’Souza, this single malt uses Indian six-row barley as well as peated Scottish barley. The signature cocoa and honeyed notes are laced with espresso and boast a subtle smokiness. This amber-gold whisky is a great pick for anyone who appreciates gentle peaty notes. Price: Rs 3,338 for 750ml

Rampur Double Cask: Distilled by Radico Khaitan Limited, one of the largest and oldest IMFL manufacturers in India, this full-bodied number offers some tropical notes on the nose. Much like Paul John and Amrut, Rampur also uses six-row barley which is key to its graininess. Matured in double oak wood barrels, this delicate whisky is versatile and a crowd-pleaser. Price: Rs 7,390 for 750ml

Indri-Trini: Launched late in 2021, this single malt won a Silver in the International Wine and Spirits Competition 2022. Produced in three different wooden barrels, (bourbon, wine and PX sherry casks), this Indian whisky is velvety on the tongue and offers a mellow aroma with hints of black tea. Price: Rs 3,100 for 750ml

Paul John Bold: This melt-in-the-mouth malt offers a spicy and heady mix with peat. The first whiff brings a generous whiff of Manuka honey and red liquorice. You’ll spot a silky but oaky palate and a gorgeous finish laced with smoked mocha. Price: 3,323 for 750ml

Collector’s pick (foreign): Looking for the best imported blends available locally? Hemanth Rao, Founder of Single Malt Amateur Club, recommends Bushmills 10, Scapa 16, Old Pulteney 10 and Ardmore Legacy