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Oaksmith has been in the Indian market since 2019 when Suntory launched Oaksmith Gold and Oaksmith International. Oaksmith Red was added to the range in November 2026, bringing a further expression to the range of international blended whiskies.
But what actually separates these three whiskeys? They are linked by Scotch malt, American bourbon and Japanese blending knowledge, but their flavor profiles and positioning are not the same. A closer look at Oaksmith Red, Gold and International, their ingredients, tasting notes, prices and availability in India.
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Oaksmith Red is the newest addition to the Oaksmith range, launched on 2nd November 2026. It’s a combination of aged Scotch malt and American bourbon whiskey, blended using Japanese techniques. It’s a deep amber color with a bright golden hue. The nose is a combination of vanilla, honeyed caramel, toasted oak, and orchard fruit. The palate is vanilla, toffee, soft malt, and gentle spice with a smooth finish and a lingering oak sweetness.
Oaksmith Gold Whisky consists of a rich flavor profile comprising of fruitful and light aromas with a touch of peat smoke. Oaksmith International Whisky on the other hand has a softer grains sweetness with a mild peat, oak and spicy finish. Both expressions follow Oaksmith’s approach of combining whiskey-making traditions from different countries, but their tasting notes offer different experiences.
Oaksmith Gold and International are both made from three parts: aged Scotch malt whiskey, aged Kentucky straight bourbon, and Indian grain neutral spirit. The Scotch malt provides the depth, the bourbon the sweetness and the oak, and the Indian grain spirit the other part of the blend. Both are 42.8% ABV and are available in 180ml, 375ml, and 750ml bottles.
Oaksmith Red is a blend of imported Scotch malt and American bourbon whisky, crafted using Japanese blending techniques. The launch information available doesn't give us the full ingredient specification or confirmed ABV. The Japanese element in the Oaksmith range is again down to the blending skills of Suntory rather than any Japanese whisky being in the blend.
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Prices are another differentiator in the Suntory Oaksmith India range. In Mumbai Oaksmith International is priced at around INR 1,370 for a 750ml bottle, Oaksmith Gold at around INR 1,600 for the same volume. The Oaksmith Red expression has recently launched in the Maharashtra and Rajasthan market in November 2026.
These prices will vary from state to state, depending on local excise and the retailer. Oaksmith International and Gold are well established products in the Indian market. Red's availability is dependent on the initial launch. Consumers should check current local prices prior to purchase.
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The other Oaksmith expression is Nagomi, the name comes from the Japanese concept of equilibrium and harmony, in that the different characteristics of the whiskey are brought together without one dominating the others. Again it’s a combination of Scotch malt, American bourbon, and Japanese blending skill.
Oaksmith Nagomi also picked up a Silver for Taste at the World Whiskeys Awards 2026. The price for a 750ml bottle is around INR 2,075 in Mumbai. Nagomi is, of course, a separate expression from the three that were the subject of the earlier piece, and its inclusion provides some context for the wider Oaksmith range.
Wondering how much Oaksmith Gold costs in India? Explore the 750ml price across different Indian cities and find out how prices vary.
The information presented in this article has been sourced from official announcements by Suntory Global Spirits and Oaksmith's brand website. These references provide details on the launch of Oaksmith Red, its initial availability in Maharashtra and Rajasthan, and how it compares with Oaksmith Gold and International in terms of ingredients, flavor profiles, alcohol content, and Japanese blending techniques. Pricing information has been referenced from Oaksmith's official website and may vary by state and retailer.
The biggest differences among Oaksmith Red, Gold, and International lie in their flavor profiles and positioning. Red emphasizes vanilla, caramel, toffee, and toasted oak, Gold offers a richer, fruitier character with subtle peat smoke, while International combines softer grain sweetness with oak and spice.
Gold and International have the same stated ABV and broadly similar ingredient make up. Red provides another choice for the Indian consumer who is looking at international blends with a Japanese twist.
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