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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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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.
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.
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Civil Lines, Jaipur • April 22, 2026
“Godawan 01 Rich And Rounded is hands down one of the most remarkable achievements in Indian craft distilling! Matured in the intense Thar Desert climate of Alwar, Rajasthan, the extreme temperature swings drive a 10-12% angel's share annually, concentrating the whisky's character immensely. The fenugreek and cumin botanical cask finish adds a deeply savory complexity you will not find in any Scotch. At ₹3,200 in India, this is extraordinary value for a world-class single malt!”
Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad • April 15, 2026
“An absolutely stellar artisanal single malt from Diageo India that completely redefines what Indian whisky can be. The desert maturation gives it an incredible richness — think dark chocolate, dried figs, and warm caramel — that is then elevated by a unique savory cumin-fenugreek botanical finish. At 46% ABV without chill filtration, it retains all of its precious oils and esters. A masterclass in Indian terroir!”
Bandra, Mumbai • May 14, 2026
“Outstanding Indian single malt! Godawan 01 demonstrates how accelerated desert maturation, combined with truly unique botanical cask curing, can create a flavor profile of incredible complexity. The sweet oak, toasted cumin, and dark chocolate notes are perfectly balanced and exceptionally long on the finish. Every sip also contributes to the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard. A must-have bottle!”
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