Chivas Regal 12 year old Gaurav Gupta limited edition

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old Gaurav Gupta Limited Edition is a collectible collaboration between the iconic Scotch house and Indian couturier Gaurav Gupta, combining Chivas’s signature smooth blend with a striking, sculptural bottle design that celebrates craftsmanship and modern luxury.

Appearance -   Rich amber gold with copper glints — elegant and luminous, echoing the designer’s metallic aesthetic.

Nose - Honeyed malt and ripe orchard fruit (apple, pear)Vanilla, butterscotch, and toffee from American oak. A touch of heather, wild herbs, and soft smoke  Balanced and inviting, with Chivas’s hallmark sweetness and subtle spice.

Palate - Creamy toffee, butter biscuit, and light oak spice. Dried fruit — sultana, apricot, and orange peel. Nutty malt and a whisper of smoky char  Smooth, rounded, and medium-bodied, with a gentle warmth that builds elegantly.

Finish  Soft and lingering — honey, vanilla, and light smoke fade into polished oak. A classic Chivas 12 profile, refined and harmonious.

The Gaurav Gupta Limited Edition reimagines the Chivas bottle as a piece of couture art. Gupta’s design features fluid metallic waves symbolising transformation and unity — a nod to his sculptural fashion language. The packaging combines deep indigo and gold accents, representing luxury and modern Indian artistry. It was released as part of Chivas’s global “Made for Gentlemen” series, highlighting creative partnerships with designers and artists.

Origin: Scotland

Blend: Over 40 malt and grain whiskies, led by Strathisla

ABV: 40%

Style: Smooth, honeyed, and lightly smoky blended Scotch

Edition: Limited release (collectible packaging only; liquid identical to standard Chivas Regal 12)

While the whisky itself matches the standard Chivas 12 blend, the Gaurav Gupta edition’s value lies in its design and rarity — ideal for display or gifting. It pairs well with dark chocolate truffles or spiced nuts, and fits seamlessly into Maria’s April spirits list as a visually distinctive, mid-tier collectible alongside her premium blends