Flavoured Whiskies That Must Be A Part Of Your Collection In 2025

Updated:Jan 07, 2025

The New Year 2025 is for whisky enthusiasts to explore out of their comfort zone. It is time to invest in some flavoured spirits that leave a lingering taste after every sip and glide smoothly down your throat. Check out the recommendations below.

Flavoured Whiskies That Must Be A Part Of Your Collection

For a whisky sommelier, me time translates to pouring a decent amount of the spirit in a glass, hot food laid out, and a favourite show or movie playing on the television. With calmness in the surroundings and whisky sliding smoothly, the deadly combination makes for a happy buzz that can make anyone forget all the troubles for a couple of hours.

While the unflavoured whisky does its job well, alcohol enthusiasts are hunting for flavoured ones for a variety of noses, palate, and finishes. If you are bibulous, the recommended whiskies must be a part of your collection in 2025.

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey

Boasting rich taste, nutty flavour, and honey finish, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey is for everyone who thinks whiskies burn your throat when you gulp it. There is no other like this one featuring the aroma of roasted nuts and sweet molasses. The drink comes with a taste of maple and chestnut making it perfect for gatherings or cheering with friends. You can also try Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple.

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Price: Rs 3,290 onwards

Jameson Orange Whisky

For a zesty and refreshing taste, you must invest in Jameson Orange Whisky. The citric edition of the Irish whisky is both smooth and bold, making it a hit among people with exceptional bartending skills. Every sip has the potential to tantalise your taste buds and leave sweet, vanilla, and spicy notes behind. The aftertaste of orange is what makes it popular among whisky enthusiasts.

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Price: Rs 3,000 onwards

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Glenlivet 12 Year Old

Glenlivet 12 YO is a single malt matured in American and European oak casks. The double oak maturation gives it a distinct flavour and extra smoothness. Its vanilla notes and fruity finish are the reasons why alcohol enthusiasts are after it. In 2025, you should also get your hands on it and enjoy it on the rocks or with cocktail mixtures.

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Price: Rs 7,690 onwards

Chivas 18

When speaking about flavoured whiskies available in India, Chivas 18 tops the list for its multi-layered nose comprising dark chocolate, dry fruits, and buttery toffee. With floral notes and velvety dark chocolate palate, the mellow smokiness uplifts your mood with every sip. It's a drink that you open to celebrate new milestones in life by treating your taste buds.

Price: Rs 5,400 onwards

The Famous Grouse

The Famous Grouse comes in a sophisticated bottle with engraving at the bottom. Its superior taste and unparalleled quality make it a must-buy for 2025. The golden hue of the spirit catches the eyeballs, and the fruity aroma lures you into pouring it the moment you reach home. It boasts warm depth and a balanced finish. What more can you ask for in a flavoured whisky?

Price: Rs 1,500 onwards

Indri Single Malt Whisky

Every Indian, who is a whisky enthusiast should try Indri Single Malt Whisky. Its mellow nose with a hint of caramelised pineapple, black tea, and a whiff of oak will make it impossible for you not to take a sip. Its wooden characteristics make it feel warm on the sides of your mouth and the balanced finish leaves a fruity taste afterwards.