Himmaleh Spirits, the craft distillery behind Kumaon&I gin and Bandarful liqueur, has released Neoli Himalayan rum, which it claims is the world’s first white pure single Himlayan agricole-style rum.

Crafted in small batches Neoli rum is a bold new expression of terroir-driven craftsmanship, blending Himalayan purity with the rich sugarcane heritage of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand.

Inspired by the Nyoli bird (Great Indian Barbet), known for its melodic call, Neoli rum is distilled in a double retort pot still, for the first time in India, entirely from fresh sugarcane juice, steering clear of molasses or jaggery and spontaneously fermented.

With smooth vanilla undertones and a bright sugarcane finish, Neoli is bottled at 49% ABV, creating a spirit that is both elegant and full-bodied, perfect for sipping neat or crafting sophisticated cocktails. It is available in 750-ml bottles in Goa (₹3,000) and Uttarakhand (₹2,700).