Product Description
This fine & rare blended Scotch whisky combines oak-aged Scottish malt whiskies with selected Indian grain spirits, blended under the supervision of a Scottish Master Blender. The result is a refined, premium whisky experience for Indian connoisseurs. In my tastings, Rockford Reserve always stands out for smoothness and balance, reflecting high-quality blending and aging.​

Tasting notes

Aroma (nose)

Rockford Reserve is characterised by a warm, well‑rounded aroma with deep undertones supported by lighter, fresh top notes. Typical aromatic impressions include honeyed sweetness, soft oak, gentle grain, and a touch of dried fruit, avoiding heavy smoke or aggressive sharpness.​

Personally, I find the nose approachable and slightly sweet, with the oak contributing structure rather than overt char, which helps new whisky drinkers ease into the profile.

Palate

On the palate, Rockford Reserve is positioned as smooth and mellow yet complex, with a soft sweetness balanced by oak and subtle fruit tones. Some reviewers note hints of honey, caramel, and spice layered over a grainy core, with moderate warmth and body for its price bracket.​

In my experience, it works best with a splash of water or soda, which opens up the sweeter malty side and tempers any burn, making it an easy everyday pour in the premium IMFL range.

Finish

The finish is described as clean with good length, carrying further hints of oak and lingering sweetness. There is typically a gentle warmth rather than a long, heavily smoky or peaty tail, which keeps it accessible for casual drinking sessions.​

I find the finish medium in length, with oak and light caramel notes persisting briefly, especially when sipped neat or with minimal dilution.

Available Sizes
60 ml, 90 ml, 180 ml, 375 ml, 750 ml, 1000 ml.​

ABV
42.8% (75° Proof)​

Style/Type
Blended Scotch Whisky; Super Premium Indian Category.​

Company/Producer
Modi Illva India Pvt. Ltd., established by Umesh Modi Group and Illva Saronno S.p.A.​

Brewery/Distillery Location
Modinagar, Uttar Pradesh, India.​

Awards
Recognized at Indspirit 2021 as the Fastest Growing Brand in Indian whisky; consistently rated highly by consumers and experts.​

Expression/Variant
Rockford Reserve – flagship super premium whisky; Rockford Classic is a value expression.

Cask or Barrel Type
Oak-aged Scottish malt whisky blended with Indian grain spirits; exact cask specification not publicly disclosed.​

Still Type
Specific type not publicly disclosed.

Aged Period
Minimum of 3 years for the malt component, as per Indian legal standards.​

Release Year
First launched in India in 2011.

Region:
India

Rockford Whisky Price in Gurgaon

Note-The minor variations in prices are due to individual pricing policies of different liquor stores. However, the product is readily available within the mentioned price range across retail outlets.

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