Premium Dark Rum

Old Monk XXX

Name: Old Monk XXX
Brand: Old Monk
SKU: old-monk-xxx
Availability: InStock

4.7(18 reviews)

Old Monk XXX is a premium dark rum from India, aged for seven years in oak barrels. It offers a rich, smooth profile with notes of vanilla, caramel, and dried fruits. This iconic rum is known for its distinctive sweetness and warming finish, making it a favorite for sipping or mixing in classic cocktails.

Bottle Size

Selected Price

₹970/ 750 ML

Efficiency

₹39

per 30ml

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ABV

42.8%

Region

India

Compare Old Monk XXX 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: ₹220

Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.

Prices range from ₹220 to ₹970

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.

*Disclaimer: LiquorsAI is an informational database and price comparison platform. We are not affiliated with state excise departments and do not sell, facilitate, or deliver alcoholic beverages.

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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 XXX 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 Vanilla, Caramel, Dried fruits, Spice, Oak.

Flavor Intensity

sweet70%

smokey10%

spicy30%

fruity50%

body60%

🍽️ Perfect Pairings

🥩

Dark chocolate

🧀

Cigar

🍫

Grilled meats

“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 alcohol content of Old Monk XXX?

Old Monk XXX has an ABV of 42.8%.

QHow is Old Monk XXX aged?

It is aged for seven years in oak barrels, which gives it its rich color and smooth flavor.

QWhat are the tasting notes of Old Monk XXX?

It features notes of vanilla, caramel, dried fruits, spice, and oak.

QIs Old Monk XXX suitable for cocktails?

Yes, it works well in cocktails like rum and cola, or in classic drinks like the Old Fashioned.

QWhere is Old Monk XXX produced?

It is produced in India by Mohan Meakin.

Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes

Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions

AVERAGE RATING

4.7

Based on 3 Reviews

Tasting Dimensions

👅

Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness

4.7 / 5.0

💎

Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark

4.7 / 5.0

✨

Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste

5.0 / 5.0

Rating Distribution

Breakdown of reviewer opinions

4.7/5

3 Tasting Scores

5 Star

67%

4 Star

33%

3 Star

2 Star

1 Star

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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)

Subhashis Sen

Tasting Note

Gomti Nagar, Lucknow • May 12, 2026

Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5

“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Gomti Nagar and picked up Old Monk XXX. At ₹970 in Lucknow, this represents incredible value. The notes of Vanilla and Caramel pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Galouti Kebab. Highly recommended!”

Ananya Banerjee

Tasting Note

Hazratganj, 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 Vanilla and Dried fruits. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Hazratganj was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Shami Kebab!”

Siddharth Mukhopadhyay

Tasting Note

Indira 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 Caramel. At the Lucknow price of ₹970, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”

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Old Monk XXX

Old Monk

4.7(18 reviews)

Bottle Size

Selected Price

₹970/ 750 ML

Efficiency

₹39

per 30ml

ABV

42.8%

Region

India

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.

*Disclaimer: LiquorsAI is an informational database and price comparison platform. We are not affiliated with state excise departments and do not sell, facilitate, or deliver alcoholic beverages.

🇮🇳

Origin: India

India

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 XXX 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 Vanilla, Caramel, Dried fruits, Spice, Oak.

Flavor Intensity

sweet70%

smokey10%

spicy30%

fruity50%

body60%

🍽️ Perfect Pairings

🥩

Dark chocolate

🧀

Cigar

🍫

Grilled meats

“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 alcohol content of Old Monk XXX?

Old Monk XXX has an ABV of 42.8%.

QHow is Old Monk XXX aged?

It is aged for seven years in oak barrels, which gives it its rich color and smooth flavor.

QWhat are the tasting notes of Old Monk XXX?

It features notes of vanilla, caramel, dried fruits, spice, and oak.

QIs Old Monk XXX suitable for cocktails?

Yes, it works well in cocktails like rum and cola, or in classic drinks like the Old Fashioned.

QWhere is Old Monk XXX produced?

It is produced in India by Mohan Meakin.

Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes

Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions

AVERAGE RATING

4.7

Based on 3 Reviews

Tasting Dimensions

👅

Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness

4.7 / 5.0

💎

Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark

4.7 / 5.0

✨

Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste

5.0 / 5.0

Rating Distribution

Breakdown of reviewer opinions

4.7/5

3 Tasting Scores

5 Star

67%

4 Star

33%

3 Star

2 Star

1 Star

✦

Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.

Community & Sommelier Notes (3)

Subhashis Sen

Tasting Note

Gomti Nagar, Lucknow • May 12, 2026

Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5

Ananya Banerjee

Tasting Note

Hazratganj, Lucknow • May 07, 2026

Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5

Siddharth Mukhopadhyay

Tasting Note

Indira Nagar, Lucknow • April 29, 2026

Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5