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Godawan 01 Rich And Rounded is Diageo India's pioneering artisanal single malt whisky, meticulously crafted in Alwar, Rajasthan. Matured at temperatures exceeding 100°F in the Thar Desert, the extreme climate accelerates maturation and results in a high annual angel's share of 10-12%. This exceptional expression is finished in special casks cured with Indian botanicals — specifically Rasam spices like fenugreek and cumin. It is bottled at an authentic 46% ABV without chill filtration, delivering a remarkably complex profile with notes of dried fruits, dark chocolate, warm caramel, and a delicate herbal, savory spice finish.
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₹230
per 30ml
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
Retail prices and vend operations in Hyderabad are regulated by the Telangana Prohibition & Excise Department (TSBCL) under the state excise framework.
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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
This Godawan 01 Rich And Rounded 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 Rich caramel and Dark chocolate, characteristic of Godawan's proprietary distillation process in Rajasthan, India.
The national base price of Godawan 01 Rich And Rounded is approximately ₹3,200 for a standard 750ml bottle, subject to state-level excise duties, taxes, and local retail regulations.
Godawan 01 Rich And Rounded has an alcohol strength of 46% ABV (Alcohol by Volume), bottled without chill filtration to preserve its rich oils, esters, and botanical notes.
Godawan 01 is finished in unique American oak casks pre-cured with traditional Indian botanicals, specifically Rasam spices including fenugreek and cumin, adding a warm, savory herbal complexity.
To fully appreciate its intricate dessert-matured profile and botanical notes, it is best enjoyed neat, with a splash of room-temperature spring water, or over a single large block of clear ice.
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
Gachibowli, Hyderabad • May 12, 2026
“Godawan 01 Rich And Rounded is an absolute masterpiece! Matured in Rajasthan's desert heat and finished in casks cured with fenugreek and cumin, it offers an incredible depth of flavor. Enjoying it neat during a premium weekend adda session in Banjara Hills alongside a hot plate of Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani was a transcendental experience. A true luxury at ₹5,760!”
Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad • May 07, 2026
“Deeply impressed by Diageo India's craft execution here. Pours a deep rich amber, with gorgeous aromas of warm caramel, dark chocolate, and toasted oak, followed by a unique savory cumin-fenugreek spice finish. There is zero harshness at 46% ABV, just pure, complex elegance. Perfect with Egg Kabiraji!”
Banjara Hills, Hyderabad • April 29, 2026
“Picked up a 750ml bottle for ₹5,760 at a premium excise department store in Gachibowli. For a home-grown single malt, Godawan Series 01 matches any top-tier Speyside Scotch. The desert aging really concentrates the flavors, leaving a velvety, sweet oak finish that pairs beautifully with Baked Sandesh. Magnificent dram!”