Tasting Notes
Nose
Rich aromas of sultanas and dried fruits.
Palate
Layers of raisin, sultana, fig, and apricot with a syrupy, rounded mouthfeel.
Finish
Long finish with mature oak, caramel, and buttery notes reminiscent of baklava.
Production Details
Distillation
Crafted from locally sourced six-row barley grown in Rajasthan and distilled using traditional copper pot stills. The whisky is matured under Rajasthan's unique climatic conditions before undergoing distinctive cask-finishing techniques unique to each expression. Initially matured in premium Pedro Ximénez (PX) Sherry Casks before a portion of the whisky is transferred into American Standard Barrels previously used to mature Godawan whisky and treated with the Indian botanicals Rasna and Jatamansi.
Water Source
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Mash Bill
Locally sourced six-row Indian barley.
Cask Type
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Aging
Matured under Rajasthan's extreme climatic conditions before undergoing expression-specific finishing.
Variants & Expressions
Godawan 01 – Rich & Rounded Godawan 02 – Fruit & Spice
Filtration
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Price & Availability
- Price Range
₹2,800–₹6,000 (700 ml)
- Availability
North
Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh
South
Telangana, Karnataka
East
Assam, Chhattisgarh
West
Goa, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh
Limited Editions
Godawan 100: Sold via private auction
Taj Exclusive Edition: Available at Taj Palace Mumbai, Taj Palace Jaipur and soon Taj Falaknuma Hyderabad
Triple Cask: Available at Dubai, Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi Duty-Free outlets
Godawan 173: Available at Bengaluru Duty Free and select premium outlets in London
Brand Profile
Godawan's Alwar Distillery
Godawan is Diageo India's premium artisanal single malt whisky, created to showcase Rajasthan's unique landscape, climate, and ingredients through contemporary whisky-making. Produced using locally sourced six-row barley, the whisky matures in the state's naturally high temperatures, encouraging accelerated interaction between the spirit and oak. The brand also reflects Diageo India's commitment to celebrating Indian provenance while supporting awareness around the conservation of the endangered Great Indian Bustard.
Awards & Recognition
Several International Spirits
Godawan Artisanal Single Malt Whisky has received recognition across several international spirits competitions for its innovation and craftsmanship.
Quick Facts
Premium Indian artisanal single malt whisky from Diageo India.
Crafted using locally sourced six-row barley from Rajasthan.
Inspired by the Great Indian Bustard, Rajasthan's state bird.
Matured under Rajasthan's extreme climatic conditions.
Features innovative cask finishing using Indian botanicals Rasna and Jatamansi.
Available in two expressions: Rich & Rounded and Fruit & Spice.
Packaged in 700 ml bottles.