AC Black Luxury Pure Grain Whisky
AC Black Luxury Pure Grain Whisky is a popular Indian whisky produced by Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD). It's known for its smooth profile and affordability, making it a common choice in the regular/value segment for everyday drinking and mixing.
AC Black Luxury Pure Grain Whisky is crafted primarily from carefully selected Indian grain neutral spirits. Positioned as a smooth and accessible whisky, it caters to consumers seeking a pleasant drinking experience without the complexity or price point of premium aged malts. Manufactured by Allied Blenders and Distillers, one of India's leading spirits companies, AC Black has established a significant presence in the Indian market. Its profile is designed to be versatile – easy enough to sip neat or on the rocks, yet robust enough to hold its own when mixed with cola, soda, or water. It represents a blend aimed at delivering consistent quality and smoothness within its category.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Generally light, with dominant notes of grain sweetness, hints of maltiness (if malt spirits are part of the blend, even in small quantities), possibly a touch of ethanol, and subtle background notes which might include faint fruitiness or caramel.
Palate: Marketed as smooth. Expect a straightforward grainy character, light sweetness, medium body. Notes of caramel or vanilla might be present, possibly a very mild spice or oak influence depending on any maturation or finishing processes used.
Food Pairings
Indian Snacks: Pakoras, samosas, kebabs, tandoori items.
Light Bites: Peanuts, masala cashews, chips.
Mildly Spiced Dishes: Dishes that are not overly flavourful or spicy, allowing the whisky to complement rather than clash.
Serving Suggestions
Cola (AC Black & Coke)
Soda Water (Whisky Soda)
Lemonade
Interesting Facts
AC Black is produced by Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), the makers of Officer's Choice, which is often cited as one of the world's largest selling whisky brands by volume.
It competes in a very crowded and price-sensitive segment of the Indian whisky market.
The "AC" in the name is often speculated upon, but official confirmation of its meaning isn't widely publicised.