Rampur Asava Single Malt Indian Whisky

Asava means "grape juice" in Sanskrit, and the name is no coincidence. For the first time in whisky history, Rampur has rested a single malt on Indian Cabernet Sauvignon casks, and the result stands apart.

Expert's description

Rampur Asava Single Malt Indian Whisky is an Indian Single Malt Whisky matured in American bourbon barrels and then finished in Indian Cabernet Sauvignon casks, bottled at 45%.

The wine cask finish is the first of its kind from Rampur and gives the whisky a wine-like, almost fruit-forward character that balances the classic bourbon sweetness from the first maturation.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers red berries and a hint of grape, underpinned by vanilla from the bourbon barrels.

Palate

The palate is full-bodied with dark berries, a touch of tannin from the wine cask and an underlying caramel sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long, with a flawless balance between wine-like acidity and soft vanilla.

Specifications

Distillery: Rampur
Region/Country: Uttar Pradesh, India
Type: Indian Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 45 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: American bourbon barrels finished in Indian Cabernet Sauvignon casks
Non-Chill Filtered: Yes
EAN No.: 8902147004168

Flavour Profile

Wine-influenced · Fruity · Soft · Spicy

Did you know?

Rampur Asava is the first Indian single malt to be finished in casks that previously held Indian Cabernet Sauvignon wine, a cask type barely used anywhere else in the whisky world.

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Frequently asked questions about Rampur Asava Single Malt Indian Whisky

What does Rampur Asava taste like?

Rampur Asava offers red and dark berries, a hint of grape and an underlying sweetness of caramel and vanilla. The wine cask adds a light tannic edge that ties the flavour together.

Is Rampur Asava peated?

No. Rampur Asava is not peated, and neither the nose nor the palate shows any peat or smoke character.

What makes Cabernet Sauvignon casks special in whisky?

Indian Cabernet Sauvignon casks are rare in the whisky world and add a wine-like, lightly tannic character that sets them apart from the more common sherry and port casks.

Should Rampur Asava be served neat or with ice?

Rampur Asava can be enjoyed neat in a tulip glass to capture the wine-like notes fully, though a single ice cube also works well in warm weather.

Is Rampur Asava a good gift for a wine lover?

Yes, this wine-finished expression is an obvious choice for a recipient who usually prefers wine over whisky, since the fruity, wine-like tones make it easy to approach.

Where is Rampur Asava produced?

Rampur Asava is produced by Radico Khaitan at the Rampur distillery in Uttar Pradesh, at the foot of the Himalayas.