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Himalayan Cider
Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original
Hill Station4.7(20 reviews)
Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original is a crisp, refreshing cider crafted from handpicked apples grown in the pristine Himalayan foothills. This medium-sweet cider offers a perfect balance of natural apple tartness and subtle floral notes, making it an ideal companion for warm afternoons or casual gatherings. Its clean finish and moderate carbonation highlight the pure essence of mountain-grown fruit.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹150/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹6
per 30ml
ABV
6.5%
Region
India
Category
World Whisky
Age
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original 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: ₹150
GoaViewing
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹150
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹150
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹160+7%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹160+7%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹200+33%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹200+33%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹210+40%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹210+40%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹250+67%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹150 to ₹250 Official Regulatory Notice
Goa Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Goa are regulated by the Commissioner of Excise, Government of Goa under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
18+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
09:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
Licensed Retail Liquor Stores & Supermarkets
Possession Limit
Standard personal consumption; transit permit required for export
Inter-State Transit WarningCarrying liquor bottles outside Goa boundary requires an official Excise Transit Permit (max 2 bottles permitted with official receipt). Carrying without permit is a non-bailable offense in neighboring Karnataka and Maharashtra.
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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
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original stands as a benchmark within the World Whisky landscape. Produced by the legendary Hill Station, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Goa market.
With an ABV of 6.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Crisp apple, Subtle floral, Medium sweetness, Clean finish, Light carbonation.
Flavor Intensity
sweet60%
smokey0%
spicy10%
fruity80%
body30%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Grilled chicken🧀
Spicy Asian cuisine🍫
Apple pie“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is the alcohol content of Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original?
It has an ABV of 6.5%, making it a moderately strong cider.
QIs Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original gluten-free?
Yes, as a cider made from apples, it is naturally gluten-free.
QWhat type of apples are used in this cider?
The cider is made from a blend of locally sourced Himalayan apples, known for their unique flavor profile.
QHow should I serve Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original?
Serve chilled at 4-6°C in a cider glass or a wine glass to enhance its aromatics.
QDoes this cider contain any artificial flavors or sweeteners?
No, it is made with natural apple juice and no artificial additives.
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 NotePanaji, Goa • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Panaji and picked up Hill Station Himalayan Apple Original. At ₹150 in Goa, this represents incredible value. The notes of Crisp apple and Subtle floral pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Pork Vindaloo. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteTito's Lane, Goa • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Whiskey by Hill Station. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Crisp apple and Medium sweetness. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Tito's Lane was a major hit, especially alongside local Goan Fish Curry!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteCalangute, Goa • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Hill Station's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Subtle floral. At the Goa price of ₹150, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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