Amrut Distilleries
Amrut Distilleries is an Indian company that produces alcoholic beverages. It is best known for its whisky, particularly the Amrut single malt whisky, which has gained international acclaim.
History[edit | edit source]
Amrut Distilleries was founded in 1948 by J.N. Radhakrishna Rao Jagdale. The company initially produced rum and brandy for the Indian market. Over the years, it expanded its product line to include whisky, gin, and other spirits. The company is headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Products[edit | edit source]
Amrut Distilleries offers a range of alcoholic beverages, including:
- Amrut Single Malt Whisky: This is the flagship product of the company and has received numerous awards and accolades. It is made from Indian barley and aged in oak barrels.
- Amrut Fusion: A blend of Indian and Scottish barley, this whisky has been highly praised for its unique flavor profile.
- Amrut Peated Single Malt: A peated version of their single malt whisky, offering a smoky flavor.
- Amrut Two Continents: A limited edition whisky aged in two different continents.
- Old Port Rum: A popular rum brand in India.
- Silver Cup Brandy: One of the oldest products of the company.
Production Process[edit | edit source]
The production process of Amrut whisky involves several stages:
1. Malting: Indian barley is malted to convert starches into fermentable sugars. 2. Mashing: The malted barley is mixed with water to extract the sugars. 3. Fermentation: Yeast is added to the mash to ferment the sugars into alcohol. 4. Distillation: The fermented mash is distilled in copper pot stills. 5. Aging: The distilled spirit is aged in oak barrels, which imparts flavor and color to the whisky. 6. Bottling: After aging, the whisky is filtered and bottled.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Amrut Distilleries has received numerous awards for its products. Some of the notable awards include:
- Jim Murray's Whisky Bible: Amrut Fusion was named the third best whisky in the world in 2010.
- World Whiskies Awards: Amrut has won several awards in different categories over the years.
- International Wine and Spirit Competition: The company has received gold and silver medals for its products.
Market Presence[edit | edit source]
Amrut Distilleries has a significant presence in both the domestic and international markets. Its products are available in over 40 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
See Also[edit | edit source]
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- List of whisky brands
- Alcohol industry in India
- Single malt whisky
- Jim Murray's Whisky Bible
- International Wine and Spirit Competition
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