Product Description

This whisky combines demineralised water, grain neutral spirit, and blended malt Scotch. It delivers a refined semi-premium profile with a balance of sweetness, spice, and subtle malt notes.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Fragrant caramel, vanilla, and oak, with hints of dried fruits.

• Palate: Full-bodied, smooth, with toffee, dark chocolate, and subtle smoke.

• Finish: Warming and lingering with a touch of spice and sweetness.

• Balance & Complexity: Well-integrated grain and malt flavors, offering smoothness with layered depth.

Available Sizes

• 180ml, 375ml, 750ml, 1000ml

ABV

• 42.8%

Style/Type

• Premium Indian Blended Grain Whisky

Company/Producer

• Radico Khaitan Ltd.

Expression/Variant

• After Dark Blue / Rare Grain

After Dark Blue Rare Grain Whisky Price in Kolkata

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Is it 100% grain-based?
  Yes; includes malt whisky for complexity.

• Has it won awards?
  Silver Medal at Monde Selection (2011), Gold Quality Award (2023).

• How does it compare to other brands?
  Competes with Royal Stag and Blenders Pride in the premium segment.

• What is the price for a 750ml bottle?
  Kolkata: ₹930 (2025/2026 estimate)

• Is it smooth enough to drink neat?
  Yes; light and gentle profile, also suitable on the rocks.

Signature Serving Ideas & Recipes

1. The After Dark Highball

• Ingredients: 60ml After Dark Blue, chilled club soda, lemon wedge

• Method: Pour whisky over ice in a tall glass. Top with club soda and garnish with lemon.

2. Dark & Spiced Punch

• Ingredients: 60ml whisky, 120ml ginger ale, squeeze of lime

• Method: Mix over ice; ginger complements oak and dried fruit flavors.

3. Blueberry Whiskey Sour

• Ingredients: 60ml After Dark Blue, 25ml lemon juice, 15ml simple syrup, fresh blueberries

• Method: Muddle blueberries in a shaker, add other ingredients, shake with ice, double strain into a rocks glass.

4. Classic “On the Rocks”

• Ingredients: 60ml whisky

• Method: Serve over a single large ice cube to preserve vanilla and toffee notes while gently diluting.

Disclaimer:
Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Kolkata prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.