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Rum12 Year Old
Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum
Old Monk4.7(100 reviews)
A premium 12-year aged expression of India's iconic Old Monk — smoother, richer, and more complex. Matured in oak casks, it is available in 180ml, 375ml, and 750ml sizes, delivering deep woody notes of toffee, dark caramel, and dried fruits.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹170/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹7
per 30ml
ABV
42.8%
Region
India
Category
Rum
Type
12Y
State Excise Comparison
Compare Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum 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: ₹110
LucknowViewing
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹170+55%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹110
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹120+9%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹125+14%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹170+55%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹185+68%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹215+95%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹230+109%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹325+195%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹110 to ₹325 Official Regulatory Notice
Lucknow Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Lucknow are regulated by the Excise Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
21+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
FL-4 / FL-5 Authorized Retail Model Shops & Off-Vends
Possession Limit
Up to 1 bottle of imported liquor and 4 bottles of IMFL per adult
Inter-State Transit WarningCarrying liquor bottles from Haryana or Delhi into Uttar Pradesh without payment of UP state excise duty is an offense under UP Excise Act Section 60.
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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
Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum stands as a benchmark within the Rum landscape. Produced by the legendary Old Monk, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Lucknow market.
With an ABV of 42.8%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Rich Toffee, Dark Caramel, Warm Oak, Dried Fruits, Sweet Vanilla.
Flavor Intensity
sweet75%
smokey30%
spicy45%
fruity40%
body80%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Glazed Barbecue Ribs🧀
Roasted Cashew Nuts🍫
Dark Chocolate (75% Cocoa)“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 are the prices of different sizes of Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum in India?
Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum is available in: 750ml for approximately ₹750, 375ml for ₹380, and 180ml for ₹190. Note that prices vary slightly depending on state local taxes.
QWhat is the alcohol percentage of Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum?
The ABV of Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum is 42.8%.
QHow should you serve Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum?
It is best served neat, on the rocks, or in a premium cocktail.
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 NoteGomti Nagar, Lucknow • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Gomti Nagar and picked up Old Monk Gold Reserve Dark Rum. At ₹170 in Lucknow, this represents incredible value. The notes of Rich Toffee and Dark Caramel pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Galouti Kebab. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteHazratganj, Lucknow • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Dark Rum by Old Monk. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Rich Toffee and Warm Oak. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Hazratganj was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Shami Kebab!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteIndira Nagar, Lucknow • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Old Monk's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Dark Caramel. At the Lucknow price of ₹170, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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