



Dictador 12 Years Solera System Rum
₹11,890.00 Original price was: ₹11,890.00.₹9,190.00Current price is: ₹9,190.00.
Product Description
A Colombian solera‑aged rum crafted from virgin sugarcane honey, partially pot‑distilled and column‑distilled, then matured in ex‑oak casks for a layered, silky, coffee‑tinged profile.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Roasted coffee, soft caramel, honey, vanilla, and toasted oak with dried seed and spice nuances.
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Palate: Manuka honey core with allspice, cocoa, caramel, vanilla, and warm oak tones in medium body.
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Finish: Creamy, long, with salted caramel, light oak, and lingering coffee sweetness.
Available Packaging Sizes
700ml
ABV
40%
Style or Type
Aged Rum (Solera)
Company or Producer
Dictador (Destilería Colombiana)
Brewery or Distillery Location
Cartagena, Colombia
Awards
Double Gold – WSWA Orlando 2013; Gold – WSWA Las Vegas 2012; World Spirits Award 2011; International Rum Expert Panel Gold 2010.
Expression or Variant
Dictador 10, 12, 16, 20, XO Platinum, XO Perpetual (range examples).
Cask or Barrel Type
Ex‑bourbon/American oak; sherry finish noted in some batches/finishes referenced regionally.
Still Type
Copper pot still and continuous column still blend.
Aged Period
Solera aged 8–14 years components, average 12 years.
Release Year
Ongoing core expression; brand heritage 1913.
Price
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700 ml price in Nagpur (NAG/GEN): ₹11,740
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700 ml price in Haryana (HAR/GEN, indicative): ₹9,000
Note – This is an indicative price, not MRP. The state sets only the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by state govt. Retailers are free to set their own prices, so rates may vary across stores.
History
Founded in 1913 in Cartagena, Colombia, Dictador champions sugarcane honey distillation and solera maturation; the 12 Years expression built global reputation for smooth, coffee‑caramel complexity and approachable luxury.
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Brugal 1888 Gran Reserva Familiar Rum
Product Description
Blended from 5-14 year old rums double-aged in American oak then Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, offering rich, velvety smoothness with sherry sweetness and spice for connoisseur appeal.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Dried fruits, vanilla, caramel, subtle sherry and oak. Palate: Velvety texture, toffee, nuts, dark chocolate, balanced spice and sweetness. Finish: Long, warm with lingering sherry, fruit, and mild bitterness.
Available Packaging Sizes
750ml.
ABV
40%.
Style or Type
Premium Aged Rum.
Company or Producer
Edrington Group (Brugal).
Brewery or Distillery Location
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
Awards
Gold, International Wine & Spirits Competition 2024.
Expression or Variant
Gran Reserva Familiar.
Cask or Barrel Type
American oak and Pedro Ximénez sherry.
Still Type
Column and pot still.
Aged Period
5-14 years.
Release Year
Price
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750 ml price in Delhi (DEL/GEN): ₹5,000
Note – This is an indicative price, not MRP. The state sets only the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by state govt. Retailers are free to set their own prices, so rates may vary across stores.
Flor de Caña Centenario 18 Year Rum price
Product Description
A Nicaraguan rum slow‑aged in ex‑bourbon barrels and blended to sipping strength, Centenario 18 emphasizes refined oak, dried fruits, cocoa, and spice with a clean, elegant profile.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Dark toffee, vanilla, orange peel, roasted nuts, and polished oak.
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Palate: Dry‑leaning caramel, cacao, toasted nuts, baking spice, and gentle tannin structure.
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Finish: Long, composed, with lingering oak spice, cocoa bitters, and citrus oil.
Available Packaging Sizes
700ml
ABV
40%
Style or Type
Aged Rum (Nicaragua)
Company or Producer
Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua (Flor de Caña)
Brewery or Distillery Location
Chichigalpa, Nicaragua
Awards
Frequently cited by specialist retailers and competitions; recognized for sustainability initiatives across the range.
Expression or Variant
Centenario 12; Centenario 15; Centenario 18; Centenario 25; occasional special cask editions.
Cask or Barrel Type
Ex‑bourbon American oak under tropical maturation.
Still Type
Modern multi‑column distillation typical of Flor de Caña’s style.
Aged Period
Minimum 18 years under tropical conditions.
Release Year
Ongoing core expression within the Centenario lineup.
Price
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Delhi — 750 ml — ₹4,800
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Karnataka (Bengaluru) — 700 ml — ₹7,347–₹10,433
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International (benchmark) — 750 ml — ~USD $54 ex‑tax (indicative)
Note – This is an indicative price, not MRP. The state sets only the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by state govt. Retailers are free to set their own prices, so rates may vary across stores.
Gladius Blended 10 Year Old Premium Rum
Medium‑to‑full bodied with a dark amber hue, the blend highlights molasses richness and oak influence. Expect rounded sweetness, gentle spice, and a polished mouthfeel suited to neat pours, rocks service, or highballs like rum‑and‑cola and ginger highballs. Typical bottlings in India are around 42.8% ABV.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Brown sugar, vanilla bean, caramel, raisin, and toasted oak with a hint of baking spice.
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Palate: Molasses sweetness up front, moving to toffee, cocoa, dried fruit, and warm spice; oak lends structure.
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Finish: Medium length with lingering caramel, vanilla, and a light peppery spice from the cask.
Weight/Pack
Common packaging: 750ml, 375ml, 180ml. ABV (Alcohol by Volume): Approximately 42.8% V/V.
Prices
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750ml: ₹1,470.00 (indicative)
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375ml: ₹740.00 (indicative)
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180ml: ₹220.00 (indicative)
Note – This is an indicative price, not MRP. The state sets only the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by state govt. Retailers are free to set their own prices, so rates may vary across stores.
Matusalem Gran Reserva 15 Años Rum
Product Description
A Dominican rum crafted with a solera aging system inspired by sherry maturation, blending long‑aged components for a smooth, nutty, toffee‑tinged profile suited to sipping and classic cocktails.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Toffee, vanilla, toasted nuts, dried fruit, and polished oak with light cocoa hints.
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Palate: Medium body with caramel, roasted nuts, baking spice, and gentle tannin from extended oak influence.
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Finish: Clean, medium‑long with lingering toffee, cocoa, and oak spice.
Available Packaging Sizes
700ml
ABV
40%
Style or Type
Aged Rum (Solera, Dominican Republic)
Company or Producer
Matusalem & Co. (Dominican Republic production and bottling for global markets)
Brewery or Distillery Location
Dominican Republic (brand of Cuban origin)
Awards
Frequently cited by specialist retailers and competitions as a value benchmark within solera‑styled rums.
Expression or Variant
Gran Reserva 15; Gran Reserva 18; 23; Insolito; limited cask finishes in select markets.
Cask or Barrel Type
Primarily ex‑bourbon/American oak with solera blending for consistency and depth.
Still Type
Dominican column‑distilled base blended to house style.
Aged Period
Average 15‑year solera profile with a mix of younger and older components.
Release Year
Ongoing core expression within Matusalem’s modern lineup.
Price
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India online — 700 ml — ₹4,890
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International benchmark (converted) — 750 ml — ₹3,000–₹3,600
Note – This is an indicative price, not MRP. The state sets only the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by state govt. Retailers are free to set their own prices, so rates may vary across stores.
Mcdowell’s No 1 Celebration Select XXX Rum
Medium-bodied profile with molasses-led sweetness, vanilla, and light oak spice; easy to drink neat, over ice, or with cola.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Caramel, vanilla, light oak, soft spice.
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Palate: Molasses sweetness with toffee-cocoa hints and balanced spice.
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Finish: Medium, warm, lingering caramel-spice.
Packs
The register shows 180 ml, 375 ml, and 750 ml packs in Punjab, all under the 25 Under Proof strength convention.
Style or Type
Dark Rum (XXX)
Company or Producer
United Spirits Limited (Diageo India)
Brewery or Distillery Location
India; multiple licensed/bottling locations to service state markets
Awards
Not centrally consolidated in public state price documents; category leadership primarily reflected by market presence.
Expression or Variant
McDowell’s No.1 Celebration Matured XXX Rum (core); flavored/limited regional variants appear periodically.
Cask or Barrel Type
Not disclosed; blended and matured to consistent profile for category.
Still Type
Predominantly column‑distilled molasses spirit blended to house style.
Aged Period
Not stated; “Matured” as per label claim within category norms.
Release Year
Long‑running McDowell’s No.1 line extension; precise first‑release year not centrally listed in pricing sources.
Prices
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180ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹96.00
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375ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹192.00
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750ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹383.00
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Jharkhand 180ml (JHR/GEN): ₹170.00
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Jharkhand 375ml (JHR/GEN): ₹350.00
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Jharkhand 750ml (JHR/GEN): ₹670.00
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Kolkata — 750 ml — ₹590
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Gwalior — 750 ml — ₹680
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Jammu & Kashmir — 750 ml — ₹520
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West Bengal — 750 ml — ₹640
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Kerala — 750 ml — ₹880
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Odisha — 750 ml — ₹660–₹700
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India (aggregated) — 750 ml — ₹470–₹700
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Legal pricing note — Indicative only: The state sheet reflects administrative pricing; store shelf prices can vary by retailer and location. The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by the state government; retailers may charge differently as permitted by local rules.
Old Monk Supreme XXX Rum
Product Description
A molasses‑based dark rum matured longer in oak and blended to a round, dessert‑leaning profile with balanced sweetness and warming spice, typically bottled at accessible strength for neat pours and cocktails.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Vanilla, brown sugar, molasses, orange peel, cocoa, and light wood spice.
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Palate: Toffee, dark chocolate, clove/cinnamon warmth, hints of citrus and cola, with a silky texture.
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Finish: Medium to long with lingering cocoa, nutty oak, tobacco and gentle peppery spice.
Available Packaging Sizes
750 ml is common domestically; select markets also see 700 ml. Limited runs and gift packs appear periodically depending on state distribution.
ABV
Typically 42.8% in India; some export labels list 40%.
Style or Type
Indian dark rum (very old vatted/longer matured).
Company or Producer
Mohan Meakin Ltd., India.
Brewery or Distillery Location
Produced and bottled in India across registered facilities for state‑wise distribution.
Awards
Regularly highlighted by retailers and enthusiasts; formal medal listings vary by year and market, but the Supreme is often cited for premium presentation and smoothness.
Expression or Variant
Sits above Old Monk XXX and alongside premium variants like Gold Reserve, Legend, Coffee XO, and special editions; the Supreme is known for the distinctive monk‑shaped bottle.
Cask or Barrel Type
Matured in oak (predominantly ex‑whisky/ex‑bourbon style American white oak typical for the category) to emphasize vanilla, caramel, spice, and polished wood notes.
Still Type
Primarily column‑distilled molasses spirit blended to the house style.
Aged Period
Positioned as longer‑aged than the standard 7‑year Old Monk; references commonly associate Supreme with 12‑year plus maturation on select/export labels, though Indian state labels may vary.
Price
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750 ml (XXX Very Old Vatted): ₹566.00.
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Delhi — 750 ml — ₹550–₹610
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Mumbai — 750 ml — ₹800–₹1,100
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Bengaluru — 750 ml — ₹800–₹1,000
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Kolkata — 750 ml — ₹820
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India (premium pack) — 750 ml — ₹1,200–₹1,600
Legal pricing note — Indicative only: The sheet reflects administrative pricing; store shelf prices can vary by retailer and locality. The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by the state government; retailers may price differently as permitted by local rules.
Old Monk Very Old Vatted XXX Classic Rum
Description
This classic expression is a dark, molasses-based blend matured in oak and vatted for balance, delivering a velvety texture and rounded sweetness that works neat, on ice, or in simple highballs. The core character emphasizes vanilla, caramel, cocoa, and gentle spice with soft oak integration for easy sipping.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Caramel, vanilla, light oak, soft spice.
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Palate: Molasses-led sweetness with toffee hints and mellow spice.
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Finish: Medium, warm, lingering caramel‑spice.
Packs
The sheet shows 180 ml, 375 ml, and 750 ml for Punjab General; corresponding Chandigarh General entries are also present with their own prices.
Prices
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Punjab General 180ml: ₹100.00
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Punjab General 375ml: ₹200.00
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Punjab General 750ml: ₹400.00
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Legal pricing note — Indicative only: The state sheet reflects administrative pricing; actual retail shelf prices may vary by store and locality. The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by the state government; retailers may price differently under local rules.
Planteray 5-Year-Old Barbados Rum (Plantation old name)
Product Description
Molasses‑based rums are fermented about 3–4 days, distilled on pot and column stills, aged 3–4 years in Barbados ex‑bourbon, then another 2–3 years in Ferrand French oak, yielding a balanced, pastry‑forward profile.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Baking shop notes, vanilla, coconut, toffee, pipe tobacco, and dried fruit accents.
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Palate: Toffee, roasted oak, vanilla custard, light spice, and hints of tropical fruit, with a medium body.
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Finish: Medium length with cocoa/chocolate tones and gentle oak spice.
Available Packaging Sizes
700 ml is standard; regional formats can vary by market and importer.
ABV
40% ABV.
Style or Type
Aged Barbados rum, double‑matured (tropical ex‑bourbon, continental ex‑Cognac), pot/column blend.
Company or Producer
Maison Ferrand (Planteray/Plantation brand), with rum stocks from West Indies Rum Distillery, Barbados.
Brewery or Distillery Location
Barbados for primary distillation and tropical aging; finishing and blending in Cognac, France.
Awards
Retailers and competitions note regular medals and strong value scores for the 5 Year within the brand’s Signature Blends range.
Expression or Variant
Sits between Planteray 3 Stars (white blend) and XO/older cask finishes; part of the Signature Blends lineup.
Cask or Barrel Type
Initial ex‑bourbon American oak, followed by Ferrand Cognac casks for secondary maturation.
Still Type
Blend of copper pot still and column still distillates to balance texture and brightness.
Aged Period
Overall blend around five years by label; components see 3–4 years in Barbados plus 2–3 years in France, depending on batch.
Price
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India (aggregated) — 700 ml — ₹3,000–₹3,600
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India (aggregated) — 750 ml — ₹3,400–₹4,200
Note – This is an indicative price, not MRP. The state sets only the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). The sale price shown on our website is the Minimum Retail Price set by state govt. Retailers are free to set their own prices, so rates may vary across stores.
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