



Smith & Cross Navy Strength Rum
₹5,990.00 Original price was: ₹5,990.00.₹5,220.00Current price is: ₹5,220.00.
Product description
A blend of Jamaican pot‑still rums associated with Wedderburn and Plummer styles, showcasing ripe tropical fruit, spice, and robust congeners; non‑chill‑filtered to preserve mouthfeel and aromatic intensity. The high bottling strength heightens perceived ester complexity and allows effortless dilution without losing character.
Tasting notes
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Aroma: Caramelized banana, canned pineapple, ripe mango, clove, cinnamon, black pepper, and molasses.
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Palate: Explosive tropical fruit, brown sugar, cocoa hints, tobacco accents, and vibrant baking spice over a muscular, oily texture.
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Finish: Long, warming, with lingering esters, oak spice, and dark‑sugar tones that stay vivid through dilution.
Available packaging sizes
700 ml is most common globally; 750 ml appears in select markets depending on importer formats.
ABV
57% ABV (often described as “navy/proof strength”), offering exceptional cocktail structure and intensity.
Style or type
Traditional Jamaican pot‑still rum (ester‑forward), blended for high‑impact mixing and assertive sipping with water or ice.
Company or producer
Marketed under the Smith & Cross mark with Jamaican distillates; blending and bottling follow a heritage‑style brief emphasizing potency and authenticity.
Distillery location
Jamaican pot‑still origins; the mark historically ties to London merchants who handled and matured Jamaica rum.
Awards
Widely regarded by bartenders as a benchmark high‑proof Jamaican for tiki and classics; formal medal listings vary by year but trade adoption is extensive.
Expression or variant
Flagship 57% release; no broad lower‑proof variants widely distributed under the same mark.
Cask or barrel type
Pot‑still components aged in oak (commonly ex‑bourbon) before blending; emphasis is on preserving vibrant congeners rather than heavy oak sweetness.
Still type
Traditional Jamaican pot stills for heavier congeners and ester expression; no column‑still dilution in the core profile.
Aged period
No age statement; blend typically incorporates young to a few‑years‑old components aimed at maximal aromatic punch rather than extended maturation.
Price
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750 ml – Delhi – ₹5,500
750 ml – Mumbai – ₹5,990
750 ml – Bengaluru – ₹5,750 -
India (online import) — 700 ml — ₹4,600–₹5,400
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
The brand traces lineage to an 18th‑century London handler of Jamaica rum, reviving a traditional style associated with bold, characterful blends that supplied historic punch and grog culture. The 57% bottling reflects traditional “proof strength,” long favored in British spirits lore for cocktail backbone.
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Description A golden, column‑distilled molasses rum aged at least four years in ex‑oak barrels, Cuatro is crafted for easy sipping and elevated highballs, showing a soft texture and bright, cocktail‑friendly profile. It shines in simple builds like a Cuatro Highball, Cuba Libre, or Daiquiri where vanilla‑oak sweetness and gentle spice can lead without overpowering.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Mild vanilla, cinnamon, and light oak.
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Palate: Dark honey, toffee, clove, and hints of citrus peel with rounded sweetness.
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Finish: Smooth and warming with lingering oak spice and a touch of caramel.
Pack/ABV
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Common size: 750 ml.
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ABV: 40%.
Prices and locations
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750 ml price in Jharkhand Rs.2800.00
Note – This is an indicative description. State authorities set 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.
Bacardi Reserva Ocho RUM
Description A premium golden rum blended from column‑distilled molasses rums matured in oak barrels for a minimum of eight years, offering a smooth, layered profile suited to neat pours and elevated cocktails. It bridges approachable mixability with true age‑statement character, often recommended for Old Fashioneds or Rum Manhattans where vanilla‑oak sweetness and spice complement bitters and citrus.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Caramelized vanilla, baking spice, and dried stone fruit with gentle oak.
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Palate: Toffee, honeyed oak, clove, and hints of apricot and cocoa, with a rounded mouthfeel.
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Finish: Long, warm, and silky with lingering vanilla, nutmeg, and light tannic oak.
Pack/ABV
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Common size: 750 ml.
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ABV: 40%.
Prices and locations
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750 ml price (JHA/GEN): ₹3,600.00.
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.
Brihans Tropicana Export Quality XXX Matured White Rum
Description A molasses-based white rum matured and then filtered for clarity, designed to deliver a clean, mixable profile that works well in highballs and simple cocktails. Expect a light body that pairs easily with soda, cola, and citrus mixers, keeping the focus on refreshment rather than heavy oak or spice.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Light molasses, soft vanilla, and mild sugarcane tones.
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Palate: Clean and gently sweet with hints of vanilla, white pepper, and cane.
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Finish: Smooth, short-to-medium with a subtle sweet aftertaste.
Pack/ABV
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Common size: 750 ml.
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ABV: Typically around 40–42.8% for Indian white rums in this segment.
Prices and locations
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750 ml price: ₹610.00.
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.
Contessa XXX Rum Blended With Matured Cane Juice Spirit
Product Description
A molasses-based Indian dark rum blended for a bold, mildly sweet profile suited to highballs and cola mixers, emphasizing dependable consistency and accessible everyday drinking.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Molasses, caramel, light spice, and toasted sugar with faint oak.
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Palate: Medium-bodied sweetness with caramel, brown sugar, and soft spice.
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Finish: Short-to-medium with lingering molasses warmth.
Available Packaging Sizes
90ml, 180ml, 375ml, 750ml, 1000ml
ABV
42.8% (India standard for dark rum variants unless otherwise specified locally)
Style or Type
Dark Rum
Company or Producer
Not publicly consolidated in state lists; commonly retailed in CSD and regional markets.
Brewery or Distillery Location
India (molasses-based rum; site not specified in public pricing summaries)
Awards
Not listed publicly in consolidated form
Expression or Variant
Contessa XXX Rum (core expression)
Cask or Barrel Type
Not disclosed for this segment
Still Type
Not disclosed; typical column distillation for Indian molasses rum
Aged Period
Not stated
Release Year
Not published
Price
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750 ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹382
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750 ml price in CSD (CSD/GEN): ₹399
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750 ml price in Delhi (DEL/GEN): ₹480
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375 ml price in Delhi (DEL/GEN): ₹240
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1000 ml price in Delhi (DEL/GEN): ₹650
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750 ml price in Kolkata (CCU/GEN): ₹540–₹550
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375 ml price in Kolkata (CCU/GEN): ₹275–₹280
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180 ml price in Kolkata (CCU/GEN): ₹132–₹140
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750 ml price in Haryana (HAR/GEN): ₹800–₹850
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750 ml price in Mumbai (MUM/GEN): ₹980–₹1,020
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750 ml price in Bengaluru (BLR/GEN): ₹1,030–₹1,050
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750 ml price in CSD (CSD/GEN): ₹600–₹620
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750 ml price in Kerala (KER/GEN): ₹900–₹930
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750 ml price in Goa (GOI/GEN): ₹970–₹1,000
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750 ml price in Uttar Pradesh (UPR/GEN): ₹1,000–₹1,100
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750 ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹1,000–₹1,100
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750 ml price in Chandigarh (CHD/GEN): ₹950–₹1,100
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750 ml price in Telangana (TEL/GEN): ₹950–₹990
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750 ml price in Rajasthan (RAJ/GEN): ₹1,020–₹1,040
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750 ml price in Assam (ASM/GEN): ₹990–₹1,030
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750 ml price in Tamil Nadu (TAN/GEN): ₹990–₹1,050
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750 ml price in Odisha (ODI/GEN): ₹1,100–₹1,120
Hercules Old Matured Deluxe XXX Rum
This rum leans full‑bodied with an amber hue, combining caramelized molasses sweetness with vanilla and oak spice from cask ageing. Typical Indian bottlings are around 42.8% ABV, delivering a rounded, velvety texture in cocktails or over ice.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, with hints of dried fruit and warm spice.
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Palate: Toffee and dark chocolate notes over molasses richness, roasted nuts, and gentle oak tannin.
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Finish: Smooth, long, and warming with lingering caramel and spice.
Weight/Pack
Common packaging: 750ml; also seen in 180ml, 375ml, and 1000ml formats in some markets. ABV (Alcohol by Volume): 42.8%.
Price
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750ml indicative price (Karnataka reference): ₹1,170.
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Other retail listings show international MSRP context for 750ml bottles where available.
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 Habbit XXX Rum
Description A dark, molasses‑based blend crafted for a smooth, medium‑to‑full‑bodied profile that mixes effortlessly with cola, soda, or ginger ale yet remains pleasant over ice. Expect rounded caramel and vanilla notes with mild oak accents, designed for easy drinking rather than heavy barrel intensity.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Brown sugar, vanilla, light oak, and soft molasses.
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Palate: Caramel, cocoa hints, and gentle baking spice with a balanced sweetness.
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Finish: Warm, easy, and slightly toasty with lingering molasses.
Pack/ABV
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Common sizes: 180 ml, 375 ml, 750 ml.
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ABV: Typically around 42.8% for XXX dark rums in this category.
Prices and locations from provided
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180ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹87.00
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375ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹173.00
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750ml price in Punjab (PUN/GEN): ₹333.00
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Jharkhand 180ml (JHR/GEN): ₹180.00
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Jharkhand 375ml (JHR/GEN): ₹370.00
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Jharkhand 750ml (JHR/GEN): ₹740.00
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.
Olde Premium Adventurer Rum
Classic dark rum style: molasses‑led sweetness, vanilla‑caramel tones, halka oak spice; neat, rocks, ya cola/ginger ale mixers ke saath sahi.
Tasting notes
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Nose: Brown sugar, caramel, light vanilla.
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Palate: Molasses sweetness, toffee, mild spice.
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Finish: Medium, smooth, sweet‑spiced.
Packs
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180 ml (25 UP), 375 ml (25 UP), 750 ml (25 UP) under Punjab GEN.
Prices
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180 ml: ₹100.00.
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375 ml: ₹200.00.
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750 ml: ₹400.00.
Legal pricing note — Indicative only: This sheet shows state‑set Minimum Retail Price; actual shelf prices may vary by retailer/locality as permitted by rules.
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