Radico Khaitan Hosts Exclusive Rampur 1943 Virasat Tasting with Jim Murray
Radico Khaitan Limited hosted an exclusive tasting event for Rampur 1943 Virasat with renowned whisky expert Jim Murray at ITC Maurya, New Delhi on February 11, 2026. Murray highlighted the whisky's distinctive character from six-row Indian barley and newly designed pot stills, with maturation in American bourbon barrels and ruby port pipes finishing. The event celebrated a decade of Rampur Indian Single Malt's global rise, with Murray noting that nine Rampur single malts scored an average of 91.90 points out of 100 in his 2026 Whisky Bible. The expression represents a harmonious balance of tradition and innovation, drawing inspiration from the Rampur Distillery's legacy established in 1943.
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Radico Khaitan Limited hosted an exclusive tasting event for its recently launched Indian single malt, Rampur 1943 Virasat, led by globally renowned whisky expert and author of The Whisky Bible, Jim Murray. The event, held at ITC Maurya, New Delhi on February 11, 2026, followed Murray's visit to the Rampur Distillery and celebrated a decade of Rampur Indian Single Malt's global recognition.
Event Highlights and Expert Insights
The tasting session saw Jim Murray guide spirit enthusiasts through the making and maturation of Rampur 1943 Virasat. Murray highlighted several key aspects of the expression:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Ingredient | Six-row Indian barley grown in the foothills of the Himalayas |
| Production | Newly designed pot stills preserving Rampur's core identity |
| Maturation Process | American bourbon barrels followed by ruby port pipes finishing |
| Climate Impact | North India's extreme climatic shifts accelerate ageing |
Murray noted how North India's extreme climatic shifts, from intense summers to cold winters and monsoons, accelerate ageing and contribute layers of depth, balance, and complexity to the spirit.
Leadership Perspectives
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Abhishek Khaitan, Managing Director, Radico Khaitan , said, "Welcoming Jim Murray to experience Rampur 1943 Virasat, and to share his perspective after visiting our distillery, is a moment of affirmation. It reflects how far Indian single malts have come over the past decade, propelled not by circumstance, but by conviction, discipline, and an uncompromising pursuit of excellence."
Khaitan emphasized that Rampur 1943 Virasat stands as a tribute to their legacy while the introduction of new pot stills marks a transformative chapter designed to elevate and intensify flavour for a new generation of whisky drinkers.
Jim Murray's Recognition
Mr. Jim Murray reflected on his three-decade relationship with the distillery, stating, "Thirty-years ago I put Rampur distillery on the whisky map by first visiting it and then writing about it in my book Jim Murray's Complete Book of Whisky. The oldest whisky of this then fledgling distillery was just 18 months, and no decision had been made to bottle it as a single malt."
Murray provided significant recognition for Rampur's quality standards:
| Achievement | Details |
|---|---|
| 2026 Whisky Bible Performance | Nine Rampur single malts reviewed |
| Average Score | 91.90 points out of 100 |
| Murray's Assessment | "Really some achievement" |
Product Heritage and Innovation
Rampur 1943 Virasat draws inspiration from the legacy of the Rampur Distillery, established in 1943, representing decades of distilling expertise combined with a contemporary approach to whisky-making. The expression is crafted from select Indian malted barley and matured under India's unique climatic conditions, embodying a harmonious balance of tradition and innovation.
The tasting brought together connoisseurs and industry stakeholders, further highlighting the increasing recognition of Indian single malts within the global whisky community.
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Historical Stock Returns for Radico Khaitan
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.58% | +2.82% | -3.89% | -0.88% | +28.21% | +438.10% |
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