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Special XO Excellence
Bols Brandy Special Xo Excellence
Bols4.7(100 reviews)
Bols Brandy Special XO Excellence is a premium, expert-crafted grape brandy carrying the rich distillation heritage of Lucas Bols Amsterdam. Crafted from select premium-grade grape distillates and matured meticulously in seasoned oak casks, it achieves outstanding smoothness and depth of character. Bottled at 40.0% ABV, it features a gorgeous deep golden-amber hue with rich aromas of sweet caramel, warm vanilla cream, and dried fruits. On the palate, it is exceptionally smooth and velvety, delivering notes of sweet toffee, rich oak wood, and warming baking spices, with a long, satisfying finish.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹1,360/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹54
per 30ml
ABV
40%
Region
Netherlands / India
Category
Liqueurs
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Bols Brandy Special Xo Excellence 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: ₹1,080
HyderabadViewing
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹1,360+26%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹1,080
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹1,210+12%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹1,290+19%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹1,320+22%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹1,600+48%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹1,680+56%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹1,960+81%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹2,370+119%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹1,080 to ₹2,370 Official Regulatory Notice
Hyderabad Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Hyderabad are regulated by the Telangana Prohibition & Excise Department (TSBCL) under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
21+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
TSBCL Regulated A4 Retail Wine & Liquor Shops
Possession Limit
Up to 6 bottles (750ml) IMFL / Foreign Liquor per person
Inter-State Transit WarningTransporting liquor from other states or duty-free shops beyond personal allowance into Telangana violates TSBCL regulations.
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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
Bols Brandy Special Xo Excellence stands as a benchmark within the Liqueurs landscape. Produced by the legendary Bols, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Hyderabad market.
With an ABV of 40%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Sweet toasted caramel, Warm vanilla cream, Rich oak wood, Dried fruit accents, Warming baking spices.
Flavor Intensity
sweet60%
smokey10%
spicy30%
fruity50%
body65%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Dark Chocolate Truffle🧀
Baked Hyderabad Sandesh🍫
Spicy Chicken Cutlet🥘
Masala Roasted Cashews“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 Bols Brandy Special XO Excellence?
Bols Brandy Special XO Excellence is a premium blended grape brandy crafted under the authority of Lucas Bols Amsterdam, celebrated for its smoothness and oak cask maturation.
QWhat is the alcohol strength (ABV) of Bols Brandy Special XO Excellence?
Bols Brandy Special XO Excellence is bottled at a standard premium strength of 40.0% ABV (Alcohol by Volume).
QHow should Bols Brandy Special XO Excellence be served?
It is best enjoyed neat in a snifter glass at room temperature to appreciate its aromas, or on the rocks with a splash of water.
QWhat makes Bols Brandy Special XO Excellence smooth?
Its exceptional smoothness comes from the selection of high-quality grape spirits and extensive aging in seasoned oak casks, which rounds off any harsh alcohol bite.
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 NoteGachibowli, Hyderabad • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Gachibowli and picked up Bols Brandy Special Xo Excellence. At ₹1,360 in Hyderabad, this represents incredible value. The notes of Sweet toasted caramel and Warm vanilla cream pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteJubilee Hills, Hyderabad • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Liqueur by Bols. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Sweet toasted caramel and Rich oak wood. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Jubilee Hills was a major hit, especially alongside local Pathar ka Gosht!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteBanjara Hills, Hyderabad • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Bols's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Warm vanilla cream. At the Hyderabad price of ₹1,360, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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