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Haywards 5000 holds a deeply nostalgic and massive legendary status in Bangalore, Karnataka. Launched in Calcutta in 1974 by Shaw Wallace & Company, the brand is widely available across MSIL outlet outlets under Karnataka State excise rates. The sharing 650ml bottle is highly affordable at ₹130, while the convenient 500ml can is available at ₹100. Renowned for its bold, full-bodied malt richness and smooth finish, it is a classic staple of neighborhood adda sessions, pairing spectacularly with Bangalore street foods and regional spicy Mughlai appetizers.
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India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
Haywards 5000 Super Strong Beer is an aromatic masterpiece, balancing juniper with a curated selection of botanicals including Robust toasted barley malt & Warm estery grain sweetness.
This Kolkata, India gin is celebrated for its clarity and complexity, making it a favorite for discerning mixologists specifically for the Bangalore market.
In Bangalore, the official excise department/MSIL outlet retail price is ₹130 for the 650ml bottle and ₹100 for the 500ml can.
Yes, Haywards 5000 is fully registered with MSIL outlet and is regularly stocked in retail liquor counters across Bangalore and Karnataka.
It pairs incredibly well with spicy local favorites, including Bangalore-style Chicken Ghee Roast, crispy fish fry with Kasundi, double egg chicken rolls, and spicy peanut chaat.
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
Koramangala, Bangalore • May 12, 2026
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Koramangala and picked up Haywards 5000 Super Strong Beer. At ₹130 in Bangalore, this represents incredible value. The notes of Robust toasted barley malt and Warm estery grain sweetness pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Donne Biryani. Highly recommended!”
Indiranagar, Bangalore • May 07, 2026
“A highly sophisticated Gin by Haywards. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Robust toasted barley malt and Subtle earthy hop bitterness. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Indiranagar was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Kebab!”
Jayanagar, Bangalore • April 29, 2026
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Haywards's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Warm estery grain sweetness. At the Bangalore price of ₹130, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”