New Delhi, 5th November 2026: Teacher’s, globally recognized for its creamy, malt-forward blended Scotch whisky, today announced the launch of its first range of Highland Single Malts in India. The new range introduces consumers to the distinctive Highland malt whiskies that have shaped the signature character of Teacher’s for generations, marking a significant new chapter for the iconic Scotch brand.
The three expressions – Teacher’s 12-Year-Old, 15-Year-Old and 18-Year-Old Single Malts – mark the first time the blender’s signature malt character is available as standalone bottlings.
Distilled and matured at The Ardmore Distillery in the Scottish Highlands, the new range invites whisky drinkers in India to experience the Highland malt at the heart of Teacher’s. The Ardmore has long provided the lightly peated malt at the heart of Teacher’s blends. Built by the Teacher family in 1898 to ensure a consistent supply of quality spirit, the distillery brings the Highland style to the forefront through this range. Each expression balances gentle smoke and sweetness with Teacher’s smooth and creamy signature character.
India has long been one of Teacher’s most important markets globally, with the brand enjoying strong consumer affinity built over generations. The launch of Teacher’s Single Malts marks a significant evolution for the brand in the country, bringing together the trust and heritage of the Teacher’s name with India’s growing appetite for premium and single malt Scotch whiskies.
The range comprises three expressions:
Teacher’s 12-Year-Old Single Malt
Matured in ex-bourbon casks, the 12-Year-Old highlights a classic Highland profile, balancing gentle smoke with heather honey sweetness and oak influence. Pale Highland gold in colour, it offers aromas of heather honey, rich malt sweetness, vanilla custard and gentle Highland smoke. On the palate, it is sweet, spicy and smooth, with peppery mouthfeel and notes of green apple, poached pears, orange peel, ginger and gentle woodsmoke. Its long, lingering finish is well balanced and zesty, with notes of lemon cream, toffee and sweet smoke.
Teacher’s 15-Year-Old Single Malt
Extended maturation in ex-bourbon casks gives the 15-Year-Old added depth and complexity, with softened smoke and more pronounced vanilla and caramel character. Rich amber gold in colour, its nose brings together rich caramel, Highland toffee, aromatic smoke, spicy aniseed and hints of white pepper. The palate features aromatic peat smoke, sweet orange, honey, warming spice and menthol notes, leading to a very long finish with star anise, peppery smoke and sweet oak.
Teacher’s 18-Year-Old Highland Single Malt
Finished in Oloroso sherry casks, the 18-Year-Old offers rich complexity, with notes of plums, dates, toffee, ginger and aromatic smoke. Deep russet copper in colour, it opens with aromas of rich red fruits, spiced plum, sherry-soaked raisins, cloves and intense barbecue smoke. The rich-textured palate brings together caramelised plums, dates, treacle toffee, ginger and aromatic smoke, followed by a long, sweet finish with spiced fruit and aromatic smoke.
Nobukazu Aoki, Marketing Director and Head of Innovations, Suntory Global Spirits India, says: “India has played an important role in the Teacher’s story for generations, with the brand becoming one of the country’s most trusted and recognised names in Scotch whisky. The launch of Teacher’s Single Malts marks a significant milestone, giving consumers the opportunity to experience the exceptional Highland malt whiskies that have long shaped the distinctive character of Teacher’s. As Indian consumers continue to explore premium and single malt Scotch expressions, we are proud to introduce this range in one of our most important markets. This launch reflects both India’s growing appreciation for quality Scotch whisky and the enduring strength of the Teacher’s brand in the country.”
About Teacher’s®
Founded in 1830 by William Teacher, Teacher’s has always put quality first, and acted with conviction to deliver a high-quality whisky, with unique character.
Teacher’s is globally recognised for its creamy and smooth blended Scotch, crafted with an unusually high proportion of malt to offer rich and full-flavoured whiskies. Its signature style includes lightly peated Highland smoke from The Ardmore single malt. The Ardmore distillery was built in 1898 by Teacher’s son to specifically supply the best quality single malt for the blends. The blended expressions are always matured in ex-Bourbon casks for depth, balancing the smoke with sweeter caramel and vanilla notes.
William Teacher opened his first dram shop at the age of 19 on Piccadilly Street in Glasgow, Scotland, where he developed his blending expertise, tailoring whiskies to customers’ individual tastes. The business grew to 20 shops, and in 1863 he created Teacher’s Highland Cream — a blend known for its rich malt character, smoothness, and distinctive hint of smoke. Its name came from William’s confidence in its standout taste and drinking experience, with Teacher famously saying, “If other blends are milk, then this is cream”.
Today, Teacher’s whiskies are crafted using carefully selected malted barley, locally sourced Aberdeenshire peat, and pure spring water drawn from 15 natural springs on the slopes of Knockandy Hill. These water sources are protected through the Peatland Water Sanctuary™ initiative, supporting long-term quality and environmental resilience.
About Suntory Global Spirits
As a world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits inspires the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Known for its craftsmanship of premium whiskies, including Jim Beam® and Maker’s Mark®; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki®, Hakushu®, Hibiki® and Toki™; and leading Scotch brands including Laphroaig® and Bowmore®, Suntory Global Spirits also produces leading brands such as Tres Generaciones® and El Tesoro® tequila, Roku™ and Sipsmith® gin, and is a world leader in Ready-To-Drink cocktails, with brands like -196™ (minus one-nine-six) and On The Rocks™ Premium Cocktails.
A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, Suntory Global Spirits is driven by its core values of Growing for Good, Yatte Minahare and Giving Back to Society. The company’s Proof Positive sustainability strategy includes ambitious goals and investments to drive sustainable change and have a positive impact on the planet, consumers and communities. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan. For more information, visit www.suntoryglobalspirits.com and www.drinksmart.com.
