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Old Smuggler Scotch
Old Smuggler4.7(320 reviews)
Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky is a highly historic and globally appreciated blended Scotch, famously established in 1835. Now owned by the renowned Gruppo Campari, it represents a heritage of traditional Scottish blending. Distilled using traditional copper pot stills and matured in carefully selected oak casks, Old Smuggler delivers a velvety-smooth and accessible palate. Pouring a bright golden amber, it opens with a fragrant nose of sweet honey, caramelized cereal grains, and a touch of light charcoal peat smoke. On the palate, it unfolds with warm butterscotch, vanilla fudge, soft orchard fruits, and gentle oak wood spice, concluding with a clean, pleasingly warm, and smooth finish.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹1,550/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹62
per 30ml
ABV
40%
Region
Scotland, UK
Category
Blended Scotch
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Old Smuggler Scotch 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: ₹1,100
LucknowViewing
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹1,550+41%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹1,100
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹1,350+23%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹1,520+38%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹1,880+71%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹1,980+80%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹2,000+82%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹2,395+118%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹2,800+155%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹1,100 to ₹2,800 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: Scotland
United Kingdom
Scotland is the spiritual home of whisky, with over 130 active distilleries spanning five distinct regions. The unique combination of pure Highland water, local barley, and centuries of tradition produces some of the world's most revered spirits.
Climate
Cool maritime climate with abundant peat bogs
Famous For
Scotch Whisky, Single Malts, Blended Scotch
The Art of the Cask
This Old Smuggler Scotch 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 Lucknow market.
The profile is anchored by Sweet honey and malted cereal and Warm butterscotch and vanilla fudge, characteristic of Old Smuggler's proprietary distillation process in Scotland, UK.
Flavor Intensity
sweet50%
smokey15%
spicy25%
fruity40%
body55%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Crispy Lucknow Fish Fry🧀
Spicy Galouti Kebab🍫
Salted Roasted Cashews🥘
Dark Chocolate Mousse“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 strength (ABV) of Old Smuggler Scotch Whisky?
Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky is bottled at 40% ABV (Alcohol by Volume), complying with standard Scotch whisky rules.
QWho owns and manufactures Old Smuggler Scotch Whisky?
Old Smuggler is owned by Gruppo Campari, the famous Italian beverage company, and is produced and blended in Keith, Scotland.
QWhen was Old Smuggler Scotch Whisky first created?
The brand was first established in 1835, carrying a long history of traditional smuggling era Scottish distilling craftsmanship.
QWhat are the primary tasting notes of Old Smuggler?
It features sweet honeyed grains, warm butterscotch, vanilla fudge, soft orchard fruits, mellow oak, and a subtle touch of peat smoke.
QWhat is the best way to enjoy Old Smuggler Scotch Whisky?
It is highly versatile; it is excellent neat, on the rocks, or mixed with club soda, ginger ale, or water in a traditional highball.
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 Smuggler Scotch. At ₹1,550 in Lucknow, this represents incredible value. The notes of Sweet honey and malted cereal and Warm butterscotch and vanilla fudge 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 Blended Scotch Whisky by Old Smuggler. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Sweet honey and malted cereal and Fresh yellow apples and pears. 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 Smuggler's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Warm butterscotch and vanilla fudge. At the Lucknow price of ₹1,550, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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