Dennis Special - Peaty Classic Whisky from Rock and Storm Distilleries

 Dennis Special is the latest in the offerings from Rock and Storm Distilleries to overtake other whisky brands in Delhi and this time in the fastest growing semi -premium segment. Sporting an attractive, international blue pack, Dennis Special is velvet -smooth, amber golden whiskey that comes with a peaty fragrance and a hint of honey and fruit, and much a wood and spice classic.

Dennis Special was launched in Delhi recently. Within a few months, this young icon of international quality at great pricing has impressed the consumers with its exceptional smoothness deriving from the blend of imported scotch malts and finest Indian grains. Dennis Special was created by one of the industry’s foremost master blenders to provide a luscious, deep blend that is endearing right from its first sip.

According to Er.Arundeep Singla, Managing Director,Rock and Storm Distilleries, 

“Dennis Special is a special blend created by our master blender drawing creative inspiration from the timeless peaty classics from across the world. The result is an exceptionally smooth liquid with a subtle smokiness that complements all occasions for the Indian consumer and associated drinking rituals. We are delighted with the affirmations about Dennis from consumers and retail in Delhi.  We will be scaling up the availability of Dennis in other Northern States shortly.”

Available in pack sizes of 750 ML, 375 ML and 180 ML. Dennis Special is priced at Rs. 320/-, 160/- & 80/- of Quart, Pint & Nip respectively. Dennis Special is sold at all major private and government retail shops in Delhi.

About Rock and Storm Distilleries:

Rock and Storm Distilleries is the venture of a first generation entrepreneur and visionary, Arundeep Singla. Rock and Storm Distilleries was launched in 2010 and has since then made its mark in whisky, rum, vodka and gin categories with premium and semi premium brands to cater to the price and value sensitive Indian market. Rock and Storm Distilleries is headquartered in Punjab, with a state of the art bottling line. The company has engaged several professionals from the beverage alcohol industry to ensure good governance and management of brand on and off-premise channels. Rock and Storm is firmly committed to responsible consumption of alcoholic beverages.

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BTW opens in Dwarka - 3/5

I can still recall it was 2007, and I was in Rohini on a client meeting. The client’s office was very close to the Original BTW and while we were discussing business I happened to confess to him that I had yet been deprived of the legendary Bitto Tikki wala’s Tikki. He smirked at me and was sweet enough to order me a plate of this legend on a plate. And the taste of this divine tikki is still fresh in my palate. It has almost been 8 years yet I cannot help raving about the best Tikki I have ever had. I have had Ragda what Tikki is called in Maharashtra but I like the North Indian version better and I certainly adored Bittu’s Tikki I had way back in 2007. It was the time that the Tikki at BTW had achieved almost a cult status and every Delhiite swore by it. 

  

I was excited when one day while passing the sec 10 market I saw the bright red BTW signage and last week I created an opportunity to raid BTW located in the sector 10 market in Dwarka. Located right in the middle of the sector 10 market the outlet is huge, but does not have a seating space. They have just put up some tables where one can stand and eat. This outlet sort of has become the likes of the already present Gulab, Aggarwal and Evergreen already present in Dwarka offering a similar menu however their USP and highlight being the legendary and age old Bittu ki Tikki.

They sell all the usual Halwai Mithai and the usual tikki, bhalle and chaat. The outlet is picking up quite well owing to its legendary status. So when I went I ordered myself the much talked about Bittoo ki tikki and some Pista Badam milk. The tikki was fresh but it just fizzled out, because I immediately compared the taste to what I had eaten in 2007. The tikki was nice, and like Saif Ali khan says in this new TV ad- Nice means it’s not great. And so was the Badam milk, it was nice but not great. It failed to live up to its hype and legendary status. So it was kind of Much ado about nothing. The Badam milk was nice too, but seems they have started using double toned milk for it instead of full cream, because it failed to deliver on viscosity and thickness.

Well, for someone who hasn't tasted the legend, the food is pretty nice. But for me, this place is in my grey zone. 

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The Big chill Cafe, Khan Market - 4/5

The Big Chill Café​ was on my wish list for as long as I can remember, and finally last week I had a chance to visit the place while I was in Khan Market. I had gone crazy hearing all great stories about the place and the Food clubbed with the fact that having lived in Delhi for 17 years I was still deprived of a visit to this much talked about place. The place has been the talk of the town for as long as I can remember and you can understand my frustration that every single plan to visit Big Chill had gotten cancelled whenever I decided to visit. Finally God was kind and serendipity led to my encounter with Big Chill.

Located centrally in the heart of Khan Market, Big Chill is one of the oldest and one of the most famous Café’s of Khan market. Having a number of outlets now across the city the place has been a hot favourite of people from all age groups. The ambiance is very hep, cool and colourful with a glass show window showing items from their cakery. Love the big and small framed movie posters and pictures of the who’s who from Hollywood.

Having primarily an Italian and European influence on the menu with a couple of American items as well, the menu is a Rockstar and what’s even great is that the menu will never disappoint someone with a sweet tooth. The dessert section is a Sugar rush in itself and it’s a pleasure to read such top of the line desserts on the menu, hard to find elsewhere in the city. From a simple Salad to a Risotto to a nice antipasti and shakes and smoothies and even fresh Juices the menu is a clear winner. The pricing is slightly higher but at par with most South Delhi restaurants in the same category.

The food tastes delicious and divine and each ingredient screams freshness in every inch. Portion sizes are pretty great and the presentation is very impressive. The service is top notch and very swift. Each course is wonderfully timed and the serving staff is very sweet.

Now coming down to taste, this is what we tried.

Ø  Strawberry Smoothie – Undoubtedly the best in the city. So think, so yummy and delicious. A must have.

Ø  Fresh Pomegranate Juice – Have never been a fan of canned juices so loved the juice

Ø  Chicken Ceaser Salad – For me a must have whenever its on the menu and it did not disappoint me. Loved the Parmesan shavings on top and the thick chunks of chicken and the fact that it was not over loaded with dressing.

Ø  Non Veg Antipasti Platter -  was beautifully presented with grilled vegetables – Red, yellow and green peppers, Zuccini’s, Broccoli, beans,carrots oh so delicate and beautiful for my taste buds. Loved the cold cuts and the grilled prawns, mushrooms, chunks of cheese and jalapeños and a freshly baked bun. It was a delight.

Ø  Grilled chicken Breast – Well cooked, tasted nice but not great. Portion size disappointed me or may be the plate was too big for the portion offered. Could be better and more sides can be included in the portion.

Ø  Banoffee Pie- was nice. And I went into food coma after tasting it. Definitely a must have here.

I am definitely coming back and trying the loads of dishes on the menu and I am oh so happy that I can now proudly be a part of the Big Chill conversations finally!

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