India is doing well on every front and the country’s spirits are no different. Indian homegrown liquors highlight the spirit of the country’s innovation and craftsmanship. From bold single malts to interesting gins, Indian-made spirits today are standing tall on the global stage. Here’s a list of 9 homegrown Indian spirits that you must add to your bar stands.
Six Brothers Mahura By South Seas Distilleries
Six Brothers Mahura (Mahua) is a celebration of India’s rich, indigenous distilling traditions. Made from the flowers of the Madhuca Longifolia tree and distilled by South Seas Distilleries (one of Ind’s oldest malt distilleries), Mahura has deep roots in the country’s pre-colonial past. Once unfairly sidelined by colonial-era policies, this ancient Indian spirit is now stepping into the spotlight in a sophisticated light for the first time. Double distilled in the country’s largest copper pot stills and platinum-filtered for an exceptionally clean finish, Six Brothers Mahura is the world’s first luxury heritage spirit.
With its earthy, elegant profile and extremely versatile nature, Six Brothers Mahura is sparking creativity among India’s top mixologists — and carving out a new space for Indian spirits on the global stage. Whether sipped neat, over ice, or in a cocktail, Six Brothers Mahura is a bold reclaiming of Indian heritage. This is a spirit that India can proudly call its own.
Cost: INR 2,492 (Maharashtra)
Availability: Six Brothers Mahura is available in all leading retail outlets in Maharashtra.
Greater Than By Näo Spirits
This Independence Day, toast India’s fearless, home-grown spirit — Greater Than. Distilled in Goa by Nao Spirits, Greater Than is India’s first London Dry style of gin, infused with the best juniper and botanicals to achieve a clean, crisp finish that has the spirit of new Indian excellence. Versatile, full-bodied, and unapologetically authentic, Greater Than embodies the spirit of modern India, ideal in a classic G&T, an upscale cocktail, or on ice, enjoyed straight up.
As one of India’s most awarded gin brands, Greater Than stands tall as a trailblazer, and the country’s most globally recognised name in gin today.
Now also available in stylish 180 ml bottles, it’s the perfect size for considerate gifting, festive hampers, or individual exploration.
Price: INR 450 (Maharashtra)
Availability: Greater than is available at all leading retail outlets in Delhi, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Telangana, West Bengal, Assam, Rajasthan, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and across 3 Union Territories
Godawan Artisanal Single Malt Whisky
Godawan is a premium craft spirit that’s made in India, and has unique botanicals infused, making it a must-have on everybody’s shelf. This whiskey was born in the desert of Rajasthan, and its distinctive maturing process helps it stand apart from other single malts.
This uniquely matured spirit has two expressions to choose from, namely the 01 Rich and Rounded and the 02 Fruit and Spice. The former offers a buttery and caramelised flavour, while the latter has a vanilla, floral, and spicy note.
Size: 700ml
ABV: 46%
Availability: Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Chandigarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Dubai
Price: Starting from INR 2800 – INR 6000
Geist Brewing Co.
The upcoming long weekend calls for a refreshing six-pack of Geist Brewing Co. beers, curated with authentic flavours. It is proudly brewed in Bangalore, and the brand believes that exceptional beer surpasses everything else and is passionate about creating fresh and planet-friendly beer, making every sip crisp.
No matter the type of beer you’re looking for, Geist Brewing Co. offers a flavour for everyone – from easy and light to bold and full-bodied. Their range includes Geist Witty Wit, Geist Weiss Guy, reach for Geist Kamacitra, and Geist Uncle Dunkel.
Size: 500 ml
ABV: 5-7%
Availability & Price:
Bangalore – INR 225
Pondicherry – INR 225
Crazy Cock – The Single Malt Whisky By South Seas Distilleries
If you appreciate a truly exceptional whisky — one with real age, depth, and character — then Crazy Cock – The Single Malt Whisky is a name to know. Crafted by South Seas Distilleries, one of India’s oldest and most respected malt distilleries, this homegrown Indian single malt surprises even seasoned connoisseurs. Quietly tucked away in Dahanu, Maharashtra, the distillery has spent over four decades perfecting its craft, long before Indian whisky had its moment in the spotlight.
Distilled in India’s largest copper pot stills and matured in the country’s biggest maturation warehouses, Crazy Cock- The Single Malt Whisky is a powerful example of Indian excellence in whisky-making. Available in two distinct expressions — RARE and DHUA (peated) — each bottle offers layered flavour, complexity, and a richness that reflects long, patient aging, making this some of the rarest and oldest single malts from India.
Price: INR 6,000 – INR 12.500
Availability: Crazy Cock – The Single Malt Whiskies RARE and DHUA are available in Goa, Maharashtra and Haryana.
Davana Vermouth Indica
Davana Vermouth Indica is India’s first 100% homegrown vermouth. Made using high-quality wine and a carefully curated blend of Indian botanicals, Davana brings a local twist to this classic spirit. Available in two variants, Davana blends perfectly into any cocktail, as well as a drink in its own right.
Davana Rosso offers a rich, layered profile with notes of red berries, wild herbs, and a bittersweet finish. The depth of flavour makes it perfect for classic cocktails like the Negroni, or over ice with a twist of orange.
Davana Bianco is bright and aromatic, with floral, citrus, and spice notes that give it a refreshing, complex character. Whether sipped chilled or mixed into a spritz, it brings in a unique Indian twist.
Size: 750ml
ABV: 15%
Availability & Pricing:
₹1,100 (Goa)
₹1,350 (Bangalore)
₹1,650 (Mumbai)
Monarch Legacy Edition By Tilaknagar Industries Ltd.
Monarch Legacy Edition by Tilaknagar Industriesn Ltd. is redefining what Indian brandy can be. Until now, the category hadn’t had its luxury moment — but Monarch is changing that narrative and the perceptions around this category.
Crafted from a unique blend of French grape spirits aged up to 8 years and Indian grape spirits from the Sahyadri region and distilled in coal-fired copper pot stills using traditional Cognac methods, Monarch is the world’s only 100% pure grape brandy of its kind. Its layered notes of dried fruit, spice, and soft oak make it perfect for sipping neat or even for elevating cocktails like an Espresso Martini. Housed in a striking, design-forward bottle with a regal monocarton, Monarch is a royal statement.
Price & Availability:
Maharashtra – INR 6,750
Goa – INR 4,000
Pondicherry – INR 3,500
Maya Pistola Agavepura
This 100% aged agave spirit is a distinctive gift for anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship and bold flavour. Maya Pistola Agave is made from Wild Agave Americana that’s grown in the Deccan Plateau and is a celebration of heritage and authenticity.
Pistola has four expressions, and the most loved ones include Añejo and Extra Añejo, which are aged to perfection. Añejo is a deep gold-brown with a subtle smoky flavour that’s smooth and rich. Extra Añejo is finished in ex-bourbon barrels to give it a flavour similar to Cognac. Both expressions are best served neat or with a splash of water.
Price & Availability of Añejo:
Goa: INR 4,499 (700 ml) and INR 1,247 (180 ml bottles).
Maharashtra: INR 7,850 (700 ml) and INR 2,495 (180 ml).
Price & Availability of Extra Añejo:
Goa: INR 9,999 (700 ml) and INR 2,571 (180 ml bottles).
Maharashtra: INR 17,500 (700 ml) and INR 4,500 (180 ml).
Hapusa By Näo Spirits
Hapusa is unlike any other gin in the world. It is the first ever gin to be distilled using wild juniper hand-foraged from forest slopes of the Himalayas and native Indian botanicals like turmeric, raw mango, and gondhoraj lime, it brings a sense of place to the spirit like never before. This is not just a gin made in India — it’s a gin that tastes like India.
Created by Nao Spirits, the makers of Greater Than, Hapusa gave Indian gin a bold, distinctive voice on the global stage. Earthy, elegant, and layered with local flavour, it redefines what gin can be. If you’re looking to toast homegrown craft this Independence Day, Hapusa is a celebration of Indian terroir, ingenuity, and quiet confidence.
Price: INR 2,950 (Maharashtra)
Availability: Hapusa Himalayan Dry Gin is available at leading retail outlets in key Indian markets including Goa, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Delhi.
