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DSP Black Whisky
Dsp4.7(260 reviews)
DSP Black (Director's Special Prestige Black) Whisky is a premium Indian blended whisky from United Spirits Limited (Diageo India), crafted as a sophisticated, darker, and more mature expression compared to the classic Director's Special range. Blended from carefully selected aged malts and smooth grain spirits, then finished in premium oak casks, DSP Black offers a noticeably richer, more complex flavor profile. It pours a deep, warm dark amber, with an inviting nose of mature caramel, baked oak, and a touch of dark fruit. On the palate, it is full-bodied and smooth, delivering warm toffee, toasted barley, vanilla bean, and a lingering, pleasantly warming finish. A step-up Indian blended whisky offering genuine quality and value.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹560/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹22
per 30ml
ABV
42.8%
Region
India
Category
Made in India Whisky
Age
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare DSP Black 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: ₹195
HyderabadViewing
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹560+187%
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹195
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹380+95%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹450+131%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹460+136%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹590+203%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹590+203%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹850+336%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹860+341%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹195 to ₹860 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
The Art of the Cask
This DSP Black 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 Hyderabad market.
The profile is anchored by Mature Caramel and Toasted Barley, characteristic of Dsp's proprietary distillation process in India.
Flavor Intensity
sweet55%
smokey20%
spicy35%
fruity30%
body70%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Spiced Grilled Chicken Tikka🧀
Shami Kebab🍫
Dark Chocolate & Nuts🥘
Crispy Pakora Mix“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 ABV of DSP Black Whisky?
DSP Black Whisky is bottled at 42.8% ABV, the premium benchmark for Indian blended whiskies.
QWhat is the full form of DSP in DSP Black?
DSP stands for Director's Special Prestige — it is part of the Director's Special family of whiskies from United Spirits Limited (Diageo India), representing the premium 'Black' upgrade variant.
QWhat is the price of DSP Black Whisky in India?
DSP Black Whisky retails at approximately ₹870 for a standard 750ml bottle nationally, subject to state excise variations.
QHow is DSP Black best enjoyed?
DSP Black is excellent served neat or on the rocks to enjoy its full caramel and oak depth, but also makes a satisfying whisky soda or mild cocktail base.
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 DSP Black Whisky. At ₹560 in Hyderabad, this represents incredible value. The notes of Mature Caramel and Toasted Barley 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 Indian Whisky by Dsp. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Mature Caramel and Rich Vanilla Bean. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Jubilee Hills was a major hit, especially alongside local Pathar ka Gosht!”
SM
Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteBanjara Hills, Hyderabad • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Dsp's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Toasted Barley. At the Hyderabad price of ₹560, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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