Style

• Strong pale lager with enhanced malt sweetness and moderate carbonation.

Company

• United Breweries Limited (UBL, part of Heineken group).

Producer

• United Breweries Limited.

Brewery location

• Historic origins in Kalyani, West Bengal; produced across UBL’s network in India.

ABV

• 7.8%.

IBU

• Low to moderate bitterness, emphasizing smoothness over hop intensity.

Expression

• Kalyani Black Label Premium Strong (strong variant; mild version also exists regionally).

Description

• Light-colored lager with a malty core, subtle caramel notes, and a sweet finish; designed for easy drinking despite strength, with high fizz and clean profile.

Tasting notes

• Aroma: Malt-forward with faint caramel.

• Palate: Smooth entry, heavy kick from ABV, hints of caramel, fizzy texture, sweet aftertaste.

Sizes

• 650 ml bottle (primary); 500 ml cans in multipacks (e.g., 6-pack or 24-pack).

Price

• Primarily available in West Bengal and eastern states; relaunched at competitive pricing for accessibility. Indicative rates (may vary by retailer and taxes):

  • City price bands (650 ml / 500 ml)

    • 650 ml price in Kolkata (CCU/GEN): ₹140–₹180

    • 500 ml price in Kolkata (CCU/GEN): ₹120–₹160

    Kalyani Black Label Premium Strong Beer (brand-specific)

    • 500 ml price in New Delhi (DEL/GEN): ₹120​

    • 650 ml price in Mumbai (MUM/GEN): ₹190​

    • 500 ml price in Kolkata (CCU/GEN): ₹110​

    • 650 ml price in Kolkata (CCU/GEN): ₹120

Note – This is an indicative price, not MRP. Primarily stocked in West Bengal (e.g., ₹140 for 650 ml post-relaunch); availability is regional, with limited presence elsewhere. State sets only the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). Retailers set their own rates, so prices vary by store. For non-eastern states, check specialty or import outlets; alternatives like Kingfisher Strong may be more common.