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Iconic Indian Strong Lager
Thunderbolt Select
Thunderbolt4.7(1,112 reviews)
Thunderbolt Select is one of India's most iconic and legendary strong lagers, first launched in 1984. Celebrated for its unique, full-bodied character, this heavy-duty brew is crafted with premium malts and pure Himalayan spring water, offering a highly satisfying, robust taste. It features deep grainy malt aromas balanced with a firm, traditional hop bitterness. Pours a bright golden-amber color with a frothy white foam head, leaving a clean, powerful, and warming finish that has made it a reliable favorite for generations.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹130/ 650 ML
Efficiency
₹6
per 30ml
ABV
8%
Region
Punjab, India
Category
World Whisky
Age
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Thunderbolt Select 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
Lucknow: ₹130
LucknowViewing
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹130
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹130
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹135+4%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹165+27%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹170+31%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹200+54%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹200+54%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹200+54%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹210+62%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹130 to ₹210 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
Thunderbolt Select stands as a benchmark within the World Whisky landscape. Produced by the legendary Thunderbolt, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Lucknow market.
With an ABV of 8%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Robust Grainy Malt, Toasted Barley, Crisp Warming Alcohol, Firm Hop Bitterness.
Flavor Intensity
sweet40%
smokey5%
spicy20%
fruity35%
body75%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Fiery Chicken Tikka🧀
Spicy Galouti Kebab🍫
Tandoori Fish Fry🥘
Salty Masala Peanuts“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 percentage (ABV) of Thunderbolt Select?
Thunderbolt Select is brewed as a classic Indian strong beer with an alcohol percentage of 8.0% ABV.
QWho manufactures Thunderbolt Select?
Thunderbolt was originally created by Mount Shivalik Breweries in 1984, one of India's pioneering craft brewing families, and is currently owned and manufactured by InBrew Beverages.
QWhat is the price of Thunderbolt Select in Lucknow?
The retail price of a 650ml bottle of Thunderbolt Select in Lucknow is ₹160, in accordance with the Uttar Pradesh excise shop state excise MRP.
QWhat makes Thunderbolt Select unique?
It is legendary for its bold, full-bodied character, brewed using premium aromatic malts and clean water sources, delivering a warming yet clean finish.
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 Thunderbolt Select. At ₹130 in Lucknow, this represents incredible value. The notes of Robust Grainy Malt and Toasted Barley 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 Whiskey by Thunderbolt. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Robust Grainy Malt and Crisp Warming Alcohol. 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 Thunderbolt's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Toasted Barley. At the Lucknow price of ₹130, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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