Every great legend carries a signature, character, charisma, and craft that lingers like a well-aged spirit. More than just beverages, whisky, gin, and rum have become iconic drinks because they hold stories in a glass. Just as legends built timeless legacies, these drinks reflect their essence, blending memory and flavor. Here’s how five legends live on through their favourite iconic drinks.
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Raj Kapoor – Whisky Neat
The “Showman of Indian Cinema,” Raj Kapoor, embodied charm and honesty. His grand yet simple storytelling mirrored a glass of whisky neat: straightforward, classic, and unforgettable. It needed no embellishments, much like his films that touched hearts across generations.
Whiskies that suit his persona:
- DŌAAB India Craft Whisky by Globus Spirits
Notes: Vanilla, dried fruits, spiced caramel - Royal Salute 21
Notes: ripe pear, citrus, vanilla cream, honey, long warming finish - Amrut Fusion (India)
Notes: barley sweetness, citrus, gentle peat, lingering spice
Audrey Hepburn – Gin & Tonic
Audrey Hepburn defined elegance and grace. From Breakfast at Tiffany’s to her humanitarian legacy, she stood for timeless style. A gin & tonic reflects her essence: crisp, fresh, and refined. Much like Hepburn, this iconic drink never goes out of fashion.
Gins that suit her persona:
- Terai India Craft Dry Gin
Notes: juniper-forward, fennel spice, citrus, floral lift - Tanqueray No. Ten
Notes: grapefruit, lime, juniper, chamomile, clean citrus finish - Bombay Sapphire
Notes: balanced juniper, lemon zest, coriander, light dry finish
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Kishore Kumar – Dark Rum with Cola
Kishore Kumar was playful, versatile, and unpredictable, switching from soulful ballads to comic mischief with ease. Dark rum with cola embodies that same duality: bold yet fun, spirited yet versatile. It is an iconic drink that brings joy to any gathering, just as Kishore did with his voice.
Rums that suit his persona:
- Old Monk (India’s classic)
Notes: vanilla fudge, caramel, cocoa, mellow sweet finish - Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva
Notes: orange peel, toffee, cocoa, velvety finish - Ron Zacapa 23
Notes: caramel, dried fruit, cacao, spiced oak, layered finish
James Bond (Sean Connery Era) – Martini (Gin-based)
Sean Connery’s James Bond turned the martini into one of the most iconic drinks in cinema. Smooth, sharp, and layered with intrigue, it mirrored Bond’s sophistication and danger. The line “shaken, not stirred” became legend, and so did the martini.
Gins that suit his persona:
- Tanqueray No. Ten
Notes: citrus, taut juniper, chamomile, dry finish - Nolet’s Reserve Gin
Notes: saffron, verbena, floral spice, silky texture - Terai India Craft Dry Gin
Notes: juniper-forward, fennel spice, citrus, rose lift
M.F. Husain – Spiced Whisky Highball
India’s barefoot Picasso, M.F. Husain, painted with bold strokes and endless imagination. A spiced whisky highball matches his vibrant artistry: refreshing yet layered, classic yet inventive. This iconic drink captures the creativity and spirit that defined Husain’s canvases.
Whiskies that suit his persona:
- Paul John Bold (India)
Notes: campfire smoke, honeyed malt, mocha, long peppery finish - Johnnie Walker Green Label
Notes: malty sweetness, fruit, sandalwood, gentle smoke - Glenmorangie Spios (Spiced Edition)
Notes: rye-cask spice, vanilla toffee, mint, dry spicy finish
From Kapoor’s whisky neat to Bond’s martini, legends are remembered not only through their craft but also through the iconic drinks that reflect their personality. Each pour carries a story, making every sip a timeless tribute.
