Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), India’s largest domestic Spirits company, fired consumer imagination with the launch of two new whiskies with a twist Srishti Premium Whisky and Sterling Reserve B7 Whisky Cola Mix.

Srishti Premium Whisky is a blend of rare Scotch Malts paired with selected Indian grain spirits, and its unique expression is rounded off with curcumin. Interestingly, the infusion has no change in the sensorial, that is taste, aroma, or color. Research across categories shows that Curcumin has anti-inflammatory properties and the ability to increase antioxidants that the body produces. Although the company does not make any claim about this with the product.

Sterling Reserve B7 Whisky Cola Mix is the award-winning whisky blend infused with cola to add a zing to every drinking occasion. The whisky cola mix retains the color of whisky in the bottle, in a glass with water, soda, or when consumed as a shot.

Speaking on the occasion, Shekhar Ramamurthy, executive deputy chairman, ABD, said, “At ABD, we are living our core value of ‘Think Differently. Srishti and Sterling Reserve B7 Whisky Cola are testaments to the disruptive innovation mindset that we nurture and thrive on. Both products are rooted in consumer insight and are the first of their kind in the Indian market.”

Talking about the launch, Bikram Basu, chief strategy, marketing, and business development officer, ABD, said, “Srishti is truly disruptive, From its infusion with curcumin, the naming of the product, to its launch in the Metaverse today before its market launch. Srishti has been in the making for a few years and gives consumers a great whisky with an interesting natural ingredient. Sterling Reserve B7 Whisky Cola is aimed at young adults who prefer whisky with a flavor, and cola is a global winner”.

Commenting on the launch, Arun Barik, executive director, ABD, said, “Crafting these new products has involved the experience of a blender and the use of technology, years of research, and most importantly, loads of passion of the teams involved. We relished the challenge of delivering these first-of-their-kind products and am confident that consumers will love them too.”

Speaking on the launch of Srishti, Sohini Pani, founder, and managing director, River, said, “We took inspiration from nature for crafting the brand packaging, visual identity, and communication idea for Srishti. This brand is a celebration of nature and authenticity. Srishti will appeal to those who believe in products.”

In continuing with its trend of offering unique experiences to consumers, Srishti Premium Blended Whisky, has been first launched in the Metaverse at the ‘ABD MetaBar’ and will be subsequently launched in market soon. Sterling Reserve B7 Whisky Cola has been recently launched in Assam and will extend nationally this season. Both the brands are available in three pack sizes, that is, 750 ml, 350 ml, and 180 ml.