Godawan clinches Triple Gold honour at Superior Taste Awards 2026

Godawan Artisanal Single Malt Whisky has secured a landmark global endorsement at the International Taste Institute’s Superior Taste Awards 2026, with three of its expressions earning the highest possible distinction ,Triple Gold (Three Stars), from an international jury of leading chefs and sommeliers.

At the awards, Godawan Single Malt Whisky 01 – Rich & Rounded received a Triple Gold with an impressive score of 92.8, while Godawan Single Malt Whisky 02 – Fruit & Spice scored 90.1. Completing the hat-trick, Godawan 173 The Collector’s Edition was awarded Triple Gold with a score of 91, reinforcing the brand’s standing as a global benchmark for quality, innovation and craftsmanship in Indian single malts.

Among the accolades, Godawan 173 marks a historic first for Indian whisky. It has become the world’s first Indian liqueur cask–finished whisky to receive a Triple Gold rating from the International Taste Institute. Matured for over nine years in a complex combination of ex-bourbon American oak, European Oloroso and PX Sherry casks, the whisky is finally finished in heritage Asha liqueur casks seasoned with 42 botanicals. Limited to just 173 bottles, the expression symbolically honours the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard, whose population has recently risen to 173.

Equally notable is the consistent Triple Gold recognition for Godawan’s two core expressions, 01 Rich & Rounded and 02 Fruit & Spice. Scoring above 90 points each, the awards underline the depth of liquid quality and the brand’s commitment to repeated excellence.

“Every recognition for Godawan reinforces the appreciation for Indian single malts made with care and character. Crafted in Rajasthan and shaped by its distinctive climate and landscape, Godawan carries a strong sense of place in every expression. We are proud to see this story resonate globally, and it motivates us to stay true to our craft and continue making whisky with honesty, consistency and purpose,” says Vikram Damodaran, Chief Innovation Officer, Diageo India.

Now in its 21st year, the Superior Taste Awards are judged through blind tastings by over 250 internationally acclaimed chefs and sommeliers. Three-Star products are recognised as exceptional, placing Godawan firmly among the world’s finest whiskies.