How Climate, Not Age, Makes the World’s Best Whiskies

Cheers Group’s Kadamba whisky is shaped smoother by the weather!

Stop focusing on age statements — it’s region and local climate that yield a more exciting whisky.

We hear the name ‘single malt’ and it immediately takes us to ‘Scotland’, a country synonymous with whisky and famous for producing the best single malts.  

However, Scotland is not the only country creating this elixir. India, the biggest whisky consumer in the world is now making some excellent single malts like 'Kadamba' with a whole new world of flavours that's winning awards at prestigious international competitions.

Thanks to our warm climatic conditions, single malt whisky made in India is matured and ready to drink at a ridiculously young age. One year of barrel ageing in India is equal to three years ageing in Scotland.

Kadamba Single-malt whisky is gaining recognition for its unique aging process in high-humidity climates, which can accelerate flavor development. This contrasts with the more traditional aging environments of Scotland, where humidity levels are generally lower. The Indian sub-tropical climate, with its intense heat and humidity, contributes to a faster maturation process, allowing the whisky to develop a rich and smooth character in a shorter time.

Cheers group is currently exporting it's products to USA, Europe, UAE and other continents and Single-malt category is the fastest-growing segment for exports for the company. Once the full production of the upgraded Goa distillery commences, it is set to help the company boost its exports further. Cheers group will explore new markets for exports besides expanding its pan-India footprint for it’s Single-malt whiskies.

Kadamba Single-malt whisky clinches top honors from the world’s most leading competitions. These accolade not only celebrates the rich heritage of the Kadamba dynasty, which inspired the whisky’s name and symbolises the Golden Age of Goa, but also places India on the world map as a producer of best Indian single-malt whiskies.

Under the leadership of visionary founder Dr. Mohan Krishna Balivada and CEO Ashwin Balivada, Cheers Group has become synonymous with luxury in the beverage alcohol industry. Known for crafting iconic brands, the group has won over 250 National and International awards across its broad portfolio of ultra-premium spirits, placing its value at an impressive INR 900 crore. International select capital equity funds are eyeing stake in this successful innovative luxury conglomerate–poised for global expansion.