Suddenly, at that very first sip of the heady, golden-hued liquid , my four friends and I were clear about one thing: that this was our much-needed and well-deserved reward for a rather gruelling travel day. Up at an ungodly 3 a.m.
to take two connecting flights (via Kolkata and Guwahati) to get to Dimapur, Nagaland, from Mumbai, I was ready to be fortified with something strong. To put it all into context, we were at the Radiant Manufacturers Distillery that’s nestled in the lush green landscapes of Khatkhati, in Assam ’s Karbi Anglong district. Right on the very border the state shares with Nagaland and a short drive away from the aforementioned town of Dimapur.
Ready for our free guided tour of the distillery and yes, tasting of all it had to offer us. Sips of bliss! Advertisement Emerging as a prominent player in India’s burgeoning whiskey market, the distillery has quickly gained recognition for its commitment to quality and craftsmanship, particularly with its flagship product, Castle Hill Dark Knight Whiskey. This was what we were getting a taste of and enjoying every last drop of.
The production cycle, as we were explained step by step, begins with the corn being processed, followed by mashing, fermentation, and distillation. The distillery employs a combination of traditional pot stills and modern column stills, allowing for a rich and complex flavour profile. Launched in 2013 as Castle Hill Rare Reserve Whiskey, followed by Castle Hill Dark Knight Small Batch .
