Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center, in collaboration with Amrut Distilleries, has unveiled an exclusive single malt whisky crafted solely for Zarf, the hotel’s signature Indian fine-dining restaurant. The launch marks a significant milestone for Amrut, representing its 50th single malt release and the first time the distillery has created a whisky exclusively for a restaurant.

The bespoke expression has been distilled using Indian six-row barley and matured for over six years in a carefully selected refill virgin American oak cask. Designed specifically to complement Zarf’s culinary philosophy, the whisky mirrors the restaurant’s approach of drawing inspiration from the flavours of “forgotten India” while presenting them through a modern, refined lens.

Speaking on the collaboration, Sanjay Gupta, Multi Property General Manager, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center, said the partnership reflects the hotel’s focus on creating experience-led food and beverage destinations. He noted that collaborations like this allow cuisine, craft and culture to intersect, positioning Zarf as a space where Indian heritage is expressed in a contemporary and globally relevant way.

Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Rakshit N. Jagdale, Managing Director, Amrut Distilleries, said the release of the 50th single malt in partnership with Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield and Zarf was particularly meaningful. He added that this marks Amrut’s first private label collaboration in India, making the association with the hotel and its bespoke restaurant especially significant.

The launch was accompanied by a specially curated menu at Zarf, designed to echo the whisky’s layered character and depth. The pairing featured dishes such as Mushroom ki Galouti with Lucknow potli spices and saffron warqi, Peshawari Namak Mandi lamb chops, lamb galouti kebab finished with saffron warqi, and Dal-e-Zarf, slow-cooked in stoneware with yellow moong lentils and desi ghee. Together, the menu and the whisky created a cohesive dialogue between spirit and cuisine.

Adding a visual dimension to the evening, the launch also featured a fashion walk curated by Prasad Bidapa, showcasing designs by Hemant Trevedi inspired by the colours and flow of the whisky. The presentation complemented the evening’s emphasis on craftsmanship, heritage and contemporary expression.

Through this collaboration, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield reinforces its positioning as a leading culinary and lifestyle destination, while Amrut Distilleries continues to strengthen its reputation as one of India’s most respected and globally recognised single malt producers, setting a new benchmark for experiential luxury in the country.