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Solan No. 1 Black is a highly appreciated choice among whisky enthusiasts in Mumbai, Maharashtra, who seek the heritage of Mohan Meakin's Himalayan distilling. Officially priced at ₹720 for a 750ml bottle, this premium blend is distributed through excise department off-shops and retail outlets. Distilled with Himalayan spring water at Kasauli, its smooth blend of matured malts and sweet oak spices pairs exceptionally well with local Mumbai appetizers like spicy chicken seekh kebabs, roasted salted cashews, and grilled paneer tikkas.
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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
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This Solan Number One Black 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 Mumbai market.
The profile is anchored by Smooth Mountain Malt and Rich Warm Caramel, characteristic of Solan's proprietary distillation process in Himachal Pradesh, India.
A 750ml bottle of Solan No. 1 Black is priced at ₹720 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, in accordance with current excise department rates.
It is widely available across government-registered excise department liquor off-shops and premium wine counters throughout Mumbai.
It pairs beautifully with robust, flavorful starters such as spicy tandoori chicken tikka, grilled mutton shami kebabs, and crispy roasted cashews.
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
Andheri, Mumbai • May 12, 2026
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Andheri and picked up Solan Number One Black. At ₹720 in Mumbai, this represents incredible value. The notes of Smooth Mountain Malt and Rich Warm Caramel pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kheema Pav. Highly recommended!”
Bandra, Mumbai • May 07, 2026
“A highly sophisticated Indian Whisky by Solan. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Smooth Mountain Malt and Toasted Cereal Grain. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Bandra was a major hit, especially alongside local Kheema Pav!”
Colaba, Mumbai • April 29, 2026
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Solan's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Rich Warm Caramel. At the Mumbai price of ₹720, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”