Rampur Asava, 45%

This is the world's first Indian wine cask-finished whisky, produced in thefoothills of the Himalayas. Anup Barik, Rampur's master distiller, is in impeccableform here, re-casking mature whisky into Indian cabernet sauvignon barrels andmonitoring them judiciously to find the perfect balance. Enticing aromas of damson, blackcurrant, aromatic spices, vanilla essence, and pipe tobacco rise from the glass. The jammyautumnal fruits are immediate and compelling on the palate, developing red cherry, honey,peppery spice, and candied peel notes. Delectable expressions from this nation areflourishing, and with Asava, Rampur has beautifully captured the spirit of Indian whisky.Number 7 in the 2021 Top 20