Best Whiskey Options In India Under Rs 500

21 Oct,2023 Credit: Google Images

Mcdowell’s No. 1 Reserve

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Officer’s Choice Blue

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All Seasons Whisky

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Eight PM

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Imperial Blue

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DSP Black Deluxe

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Note: All the alcohol prices mentioned have been calculated from the price observations collected from several states across India.

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