Inside Amrut x Bungalow Collaboration That Celebrates Indian Excellence

Amrut Distilleries and New York’s celebrated Indian restaurant, Bungalow have come together to introduce their newest collaboration, the Amrut x Bungalow Blended Whisky, a meeting of minds, cultures, and philosophies. At its heart lies a shared belief that true luxury stems from authenticity, passion, and purpose.

For Amrut, the pioneering force behind India’s whisky renaissance, this partnership marks yet another milestone in a journey that has consistently blurred boundaries between tradition and innovation. The distillery’s single malts have long proven that Indian whiskies deserve a seat at the global table, celebrated for their depth, complexity, and unmistakable character.

That sentiment finds its perfect home in Bungalow by Chef Vikas Khanna, one of New York City’s most sought-after Indian dining destinations. In just a short span, the restaurant has become synonymous with modern Indian gastronomy, where nostalgia meets nuance and every plate is a celebration of culture reimagined. Much like Amrut, Bungalow takes pride in transforming heritage into something fresh, unexpected, and distinctly global.

The Amrut x Bungalow Blended Whisky is a liquid reflection of this shared ethos. It’s a blend that nods to centuries-old distilling techniques while daring to reinterpret them for the modern palate. It’s smooth yet complex, refined yet familiar — crafted for the cosmopolitan New Yorker and the global traveller who finds themselves drawn to Bungalow’s warm sophistication.

And fittingly, it has already found its place behind the bar, featured in the restaurant’s signature Paan Old Fashioned, a cocktail that encapsulates the spirit of the collaboration: bold, nostalgic, and elegantly Indian.

Mr. Rakshit N. Jagdale, Managing Director, Amrut Distilleries shares, “At Amrut, we have always aimed to bring Indian craftsmanship to places where excellence is valued. This collaboration with Bungalow is a proud moment, reflecting our shared vision of celebrating Indian artistry globally and our belief that innovation emerges when heritage meets modernity. New York has long been a key market for Amrut, and this bespoke expression offers patrons a whisky that captures the city’s cosmopolitan spirit and Bungalow’s creative energy — an experience that reimagines the essence of India for the world.”

For Amrut, the partnership also deepens its connection with the U.S. market, particularly NYC, a city that has embraced Indian single malts with an enthusiasm that mirrors the distillery’s own pioneering spirit. Over the years, Amrut has built a formidable reputation among whisky connoisseurs and critics alike, turning what was once a niche curiosity into a symbol of India’s growing influence in the global spirits scene.

But beyond business and branding, this collaboration speaks to something more profound. It’s the idea that excellence transcends borders when anchored in craft and conviction. It’s about two Indian brands refusing to be defined by limitations, instead celebrating how tradition can evolve without losing its soul.

You may also read: The Rise of Culinary Travel: When Dinner Becomes the Destination