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Japanese Single Grain Whisky
The Chita
Chita4.7(42 reviews)
The Chita is a Japanese single grain whisky from Suntory, crafted from 100% corn and aged in ex-bourbon barrels. It offers a light, smooth, and subtly sweet profile with hints of vanilla, honey, and fresh fruit. Perfect for sipping neat or in highballs, it embodies the elegance of Japanese whisky-making.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹7,270/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹291
per 30ml
ABV
43%
Region
Japan
Category
World Whisky
Age
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare The Chita 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
Gurgaon: ₹6,500
GoaViewing
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹7,270+12%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹6,500
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹7,740+19%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹7,890+21%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹9,600+48%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹10,060+55%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹11,450+76%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹11,760+81%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹14,240+119%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹6,500 to ₹14,240 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: Japan
Japan
Japan has earned its place among the world's finest spirit and sake producers. Japanese distillers blend Scottish tradition with meticulous Japanese craftsmanship, while sake breweries continue millennia-old rice fermentation practices.
Climate
Four distinct seasons with pure mountain water
Famous For
Yamazaki, Hibiki, Dassai Sake
Craftsmanship & Heritage
The Chita stands as a benchmark within the World Whisky landscape. Produced by the legendary Chita, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Goa market.
With an ABV of 43%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Vanilla, Honey, Green apple, Coconut, Light oak.
Flavor Intensity
sweet60%
smokey0%
spicy10%
fruity40%
body30%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Sushi🧀
Light cheese🍫
Grilled fish“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 type of whisky is The Chita?
The Chita is a Japanese single grain whisky made from 100% corn, produced by Suntory.
QHow should I drink The Chita?
The Chita is versatile; enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or in a highball with soda water and lemon.
QWhat does The Chita taste like?
It has a light, smooth flavor with notes of vanilla, honey, green apple, and a hint of coconut.
QIs The Chita a single malt?
No, it is a single grain whisky, meaning it is made from grains other than malted barley (corn) at a single distillery.
QWhat is the alcohol content of The Chita?
The Chita is bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof).
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 The Chita. At ₹7,270 in Goa, this represents incredible value. The notes of Vanilla and Honey 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 Whisky by Chita. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Vanilla and Green apple. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Tito's Lane was a major hit, especially alongside local Goan Fish Curry!”
SM
Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteCalangute, Goa • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Chita's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Honey. At the Goa price of ₹7,270, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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