Radiant Manufacturers Unveils Infamous Whisky with Unconventional Global Blend

Radiant Manufacturers, a long-standing alco-beverage company based in Northeast India, has introduced Infamous Whisky—a new product that challenges traditional norms of whisky blending and maturation. This launch marks a significant shift in the company’s strategy to position Indian whisky as a serious contender on the global stage.

Infamous is developed through an atypical process that brings together rare malt and grain Scotch from the Scottish Highlands and pairs it with Indian single malts and spirits. The whisky undergoes further maturation in ex-bourbon casks from Jack Daniel’s, Tennessee, and Oloroso sherry casks from Europe. This dual-cask maturation technique results in a distinctive taste profile shaped by diverse origins and processes.

The whisky blend consists of three main components:

• Two 3-year-old and one 5-year-old Scotch malts from Angus Dundee, Scotland
• A 7-year-old copper-pot-distilled Indian single malt from Jammu, produced by Dewan’s
• A 7-year-old continuous column-distilled corn spirit from Assam, created by Radiant Manufacturers

This combination makes Infamous the first whisky globally to further mature Scotch malt blends in both American and European barrels alongside Indian spirits.

Vicky Chand, Director at Radiant Manufacturers stated, “We are just exploring the vast landscape of whiskies through various spirits, origin, casks, and blends. Infamous is going to be a three-part series with Rebel, followed by Renegade, and last Rogue.”

The branding of Infamous reflects the identity of Northeast India, often referred to as the ‘Wild Wild East.’ The design incorporates a rugged aesthetic that aligns with the regional spirit and cultural elements, while also targeting a global audience.

Infamous represents a strategic milestone for Radiant, aligning with its broader goal to create globally relevant spirits using Indian craftsmanship. The company intends to expand the Infamous range with innovative blends, new mashes, and cross-border collaborations that challenge conventional whisky production practices.