Amrut Triparva Triple-Distilled Indian Single Malt Whisky Review

 Amrut is a distillery of firsts. It was India’s first distillery. It produced India’s first single malt whisky. It is known for going out on a limb to create unique, non-me-too products. For example, Amrut created India’s first single malt rye whisky.

 

“Amrut has pretty much produced a range of uncompromisingly innovative single malt whiskies such as the Amrut Spectrum (multiple oak wood barrel single malt), Naarangi (a single malt with orange influence), Rye Single Malt to name a few. This latest addition of Triparva, triple distilled single malt, kind of completes the course. I think, for any distillery to come and do what Amrut has done in India will take a long time and the depth and variety of what Amrut has is unmatched. We are proud of what we have done so far and cemented our position as the ‘pioneers’ of single malt making in India.” - Ashok Chokalingam, Head Distiller, Amrut

 

Today, I’m exploring Amrut Triparva, India’s first triple-distilled single malt whisky. Amrut suggests it may be the first in all of Asia. The word triparva means in three parts in Hindi.

 

Triparva is distilled from 100% Indian six-row unpeated malted barley. Six-row barley differs significantly from the traditional two-row that most Scotch distilleries utilize. Two-row typically possesses a fuller, malty flavor. In contrast, six-row has fewer carbohydrates, more enzymes, more protein, and tends to have a grainy taste.

 

While Triparva carries no age statement, most Amut expressions mature for five-plus years. Aging it longer is unnecessary and costly; Bengaluru is very hot and humid, and each barrel loses 12% annually to the angels on average! It is packaged at 50% ABV (100°), and there are 5400 bottles distributed worldwide, of which only 600 were sent to the United States through its American importer, Glass Revolution. You can expect to pay around $149.99 for a 750ml.

 

Amrut followed Irish tradition with Triparva, so how did it turn out? Well, we have to #DrinkCurious to discover the answer. But first, I must thank Glass Revolution for providing me with this sample in exchange for my no-strings-attached, honest review.    

 

Appearance: I poured this whisky into my Glencairn glass to sip neat. Inside, it presented as liquid gold, forming a medium rim with thick, syrupy tears.

 

Nose: Triparva had a fruity nose that highlighted cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapples, bananas, and coconuts. Drawing that air into my mouth revealed tobacco and malt.

 

Palate: A creamy texture led to tastes of pineapples, banana chips, and melons on the front of my palate. The middle featured orange citrus, vanilla, and molasses. Flavors of oak, tobacco, and peaches were on the back.

 

Finish: Peaches and vanilla cream dominated the finish. However, I also tasted plenty of orange citrus, banana chips, tobacco, and oak. Overall, it stuck around for a long duration.

 

Bottle, Bar, or Bust: In some ways, Triparva reminded me of some barrel-proof Irish whiskeys I’ve tasted. In others, there were classic, well-aged Indian whisky notes. Overall, this whisky is a fruit bomb with a kick of spice on the back and finish. Triparva is an expensive whisky. It is also unique, and I love everything about it. Spend the money. You won’t regret grabbing a Bottle. Cheers!

 

My Simple, Easy-to-Understand Rating System

• Bottle = Buy It
• Bar = Try It
• Bust = Leave It

 

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