Diwali 2025 Gifting Guide: Elegant Spirits And Limited-Edition Bottles
Celebrate the season of lights with bottles that shine as bright as your festivities. From handcrafted Indian single malts and cocktail collaborations to fine international wines, here’s your guide to the most indulgent festive liquors to gift (and enjoy) this Diwali
Diwali is the season of sparkle, warmth, and togetherness—and what better way to toast the celebrations than with a finely crafted bottle that tells a story? Whether you’re curating the perfect gift for a connoisseur, planning a luxe house party, or simply looking to elevate your festive bar, this year’s lineup of spirits brings together artistry, innovation, and indulgence. From limited-edition whiskies and elegant wines to inventive cocktail collaborations, here’s your guide to some of the finest festive liquors to gift (and enjoy) this season.
The Golden Hour by Monarch Legacy Edition x Bartisans
Add a touch of liquid gold to your Diwali celebrations with The Golden Hour, a cocktail mixer crafted by Bartisans in collaboration with Monarch Legacy Edition—the first luxury brandy from Tilaknagar Industries Ltd. This festive blend infuses rich notes of rose, saffron, and cardamom, designed to pair perfectly with Monarch’s 100 per cent pure grape brandy, a smooth union of French and Indian grape spirits.
Traditionally, brandy has been underrated in the cocktail world, but Monarch is here to change that with its versatility and refined depth. Together, Monarch and Bartisans’ Golden Hour make for a sophisticated and unexpected festive gift.
Price & Availability:
Monarch Legacy Edition (750 ml) — INR 6,750 (Maharashtra); INR 4,000 (Goa); INR 3,500 (Pondicherry); INR 5,000 (Karnataka); INR 5,600 (Odisha)
Bartisans Golden Hour Mixer (250 ml) — INR 355
Godawan Artisanal Single Malt–Exclusive Festive Gift Pack
Celebrate mindful luxury with Godawan Artisanal Single Malt Whisky’s festive gift pack—a tribute to Rajasthan’s craftsmanship and sustainable artistry. Choose between Godawan 01 Rich & Rounded or Godawan 02 Fruit & Spice, each paired with a handcrafted crystal glass that enhances the sipping experience. Decorated with ethnic motifs inspired by Rajasthani design, it’s an elegant keepsake that perfectly embodies festive indulgence.
Price & Availability: INR 2,800–INR 6,000 in Delhi, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Goa, Telangana, Assam, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh
Geist Brewing Co. x Amrut Distilleries–Stout Cask Finish Indian Single Malt Whisky
This limited-edition collaboration from Bangalore’s Geist Brewing Co. and Amrut Distilleries is a collector’s dream. Limited to just 224 bottles, the Stout Cask Finish Indian single malt brings together Geist’s robust Imperial Stout and Amrut’s renowned whisky craftsmanship. The whisky is aged in barrels that once held Geist’s stout, resulting in a complex spirit layered with roasted malt, chocolate, and oak. Bottled unfiltered at 46% ABV, it’s a bold and inventive creation that captures the essence of Bangalore’s craft culture.
Price & Availability: INR 7,500 at select retail stores across Bangalore
Penfolds Festive Gift Pack–Bin 389 & Bin 2 Wines
Raise a toast to fine living with Penfolds’ limited-edition festive gift pack featuring two iconic Australian wines—Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz and Bin 2 Shiraz Mataro. Adorned in luxurious red and gold packaging, this duo reflects the warmth and richness of the season. Bin 389, known as “Baby Grange,” offers layered complexity and a refined structure, while Bin 2 is celebrated for its balanced vibrancy and smooth finish. A timeless and elegant gift for wine lovers.
Price & Availability: Available in select stores; price varies by market
The Glenlivet Limited-Edition Festive Pack 2025
The world’s best-selling single malt, The Glenlivet, rings in the festive season with a special limited-edition pack inspired by the valleys of Speyside, Scotland. This year’s collectable features The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured whisky alongside an exclusive travel pouch designed for the modern explorer.
Known for its notes of tropical fruits, peaches, pears, vanilla, and toffee, The Glenlivet 12 is smooth, balanced, and timeless. The design draws inspiration from the river Livet and the lush valleys that give the whisky its distinct character — a perfect symbol of originality and exploration.
Price & Availability: INR 6,500 (700 ml) in Mumbai; available from mid-October 2025 in Gurugram, Chandigarh, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, and Hyderabad