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Royal Pride Reserve Smooth Whisky
Royal4.7(850 reviews)
Royal Pride Reserve Smooth Whisky is an exceptional premium blended Indian whisky produced by the historic Jagatjit Industries Limited. Crafted with master blending expertise, it marries high-quality Indian neutral grain spirits with select aged imported Scotch malts. Matured in charred oak barrels, it showcases a velvety-smooth, medium-bodied palate with rich notes of golden honey, toasted barley, sweet vanilla cream, and a distinctive hint of smoky peat wood warmth on the finish.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹800/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹32
per 30ml
ABV
42.8%
Region
Sangrur, Punjab, India
Category
Blended Scotch
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Royal Pride Reserve Smooth Whisky Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Goa: ₹110
DelhiViewing
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹800+627%
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹110
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹670+509%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹820+645%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹990+800%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹1,000+809%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹1,180+973%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹1,220+1009%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹1,470+1236%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹110 to ₹1,470 Official Regulatory Notice
Delhi Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Delhi are regulated by the Department of Excise, Entertainment & Luxury Tax, GNCTD under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
21+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
Government Corporation Outlets (DTTDC, DSIIDC, DCCWS, DSCSC)
Possession Limit
Up to 9 liters of IMFL / Wine and 18 liters of Beer per household
Inter-State Transit WarningImport of duty-unpaid liquor from Haryana or Uttar Pradesh into Delhi territory is strictly illegal under Section 33 of the Delhi Excise Act, 2009.
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Origin: India
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
The Art of the Cask
This Royal Pride Reserve Smooth Whisky represents the pinnacle of barrel maturation. The interaction between the distillate and the wood in this premium expression results in a profound depth of character specifically for the Delhi market.
The profile is anchored by Rich golden honey and Sweet vanilla cream, characteristic of Royal's proprietary distillation process in Sangrur, Punjab, India.
Flavor Intensity
sweet46%
smokey20%
spicy28%
fruity32%
body54%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Tandoori Chicken Tikka🧀
Grilled Mutton Seekh Kebab🍫
Spicy Masala Peanuts🥘
Paneer Tikka Dry“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWho manufactures Royal Pride Reserve Smooth Whisky?
Royal Pride is proudly manufactured by Jagatjit Industries Limited (JIL), one of India's oldest and most respected spirits manufacturers, established in 1944.
QWhat is the alcohol percentage (ABV) of Royal Pride Whisky?
Royal Pride Reserve Smooth Whisky is bottled at 42.8% ABV, which is the standard strength for premium Indian blended spirits.
QWhat is the blending composition of Royal Pride?
It is a premium blend that marries high-quality Indian grain neutral spirits with select matured imported Scotch malt whiskies, aged in charred oak barrels.
QWhat does Royal Pride Whisky taste like?
It offers a rich golden honey and vanilla sweetness, toasted malted barley aromas, a subtle touch of peat smoke, and a warm, smooth oak wood finish.
QHow should you serve Royal Pride Whisky?
It is best enjoyed neat, with a splash of water to release its malt and honeyed aromas, on the rocks, or as a premium highball with soda and lime.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NoteVasant Kunj, Delhi • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Vasant Kunj and picked up Royal Pride Reserve Smooth Whisky. At ₹800 in Delhi, this represents incredible value. The notes of Rich golden honey and Sweet vanilla cream pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Butter Chicken. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteConnaught Place, Delhi • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Scotch Whisky by Royal. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Rich golden honey and Toasted malted barley. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Connaught Place was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Seekh Kebab!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteSouth Extension, Delhi • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Royal's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Sweet vanilla cream. At the Delhi price of ₹800, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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