Smirnoff No. 21
₹900
Smirnoff
Smirnoff Minty Jamun Vodka
Smirnoff Minty Jamun is one of three India-specific flavoured vodkas that Diageo launched in July 2025, creating variants built specifically for Indian palates rather than adapting global flavours for the domestic market. Jamun, also known as Indian blackberry or black plum, is a fruit deeply embedded in Indian culinary memory: dark, slightly astringent, earthy, and intensely flavoured. The addition of mint creates a cooling contrast that echoes the classic combination of mint and lime found in Indian summer drinks. This is arguably the most original vodka variant to appear on Indian shelves in recent years, and it represents a genuine attempt to create a locally resonant flavour rather than simply export a global formula.
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₹900
Alcohol %
37.5% ABV
Packaging
The Minty Jamun variant uses a distinctively designed bottle within the Smirnoff family, reflecting the bold, colourful visual language Diageo chose for its India-specific range. The label carries the dark purple tones that suggest the jamun fruit while the mint green accent communicates the cooling element. It is one of the most visually striking bottles in the Smirnoff range and is designed to appeal to a younger, style-conscious Indian drinker.
Flavour Profile
The nose carries an immediately recognisable jamun aroma: dark, fruity, slightly earthy, with a cooling mint undercurrent that makes the opening genuinely interesting. On the palate the jamun character comes through clearly with a distinctive astringency that gives the drink complexity beyond simple sweetness. The mint adds a cooling sensation on the mid-palate that lightens the overall profile. The finish is clean and slightly minty, with the jamun's earthy character lingering pleasantly. This is a spirit that rewards attention rather than being something you simply gulp.
Food Pairings
The Minty Jamun variant pairs exceptionally well with Indian street food and chaat. The tartness and earthiness of jamun mirror the tamarind flavours in pani puri, dahi bhalla, and papdi chaat. The mint cooling note works beautifully alongside spicy food because it offers sensory relief between bites. Grilled meats and tandoori starters are also natural companions. For those who enjoy the combination of sweet, sour, and spicy that defines Indian street food, this is a vodka that actually enhances the pairing rather than fighting it.
When to Drink It
| House parties with a young, curious crowd who want to try something authentically Indian |
| Monsoon parties where the cooling mint and dark fruit feel seasonally appropriate |
| A conversation starter at any gathering because the flavour is genuinely unlike anything else on the vodka shelf |
| Cultural moments where celebrating Indian flavours is part of the intention |
| A BYOB contribution that will get people talking |
Cocktail Ideas
A Jamun Mule is the obvious cocktail: 45ml Smirnoff Minty Jamun, ginger beer, fresh lime, and ice, garnished with fresh mint leaves. The flavour synergy between the ginger and jamun is remarkable. A Jamun Spritz with soda water, lime, and a sugar rim is an excellent lighter option. For something more creative, a Minty Jamun and Tonic with chilled Indian tonic water and a slice of lime is a sophisticated, complex drink that works well at a dinner party as a pre-meal aperitif.
Price Guide: Major Indian Cities
Prices shown are indicative MRP figures. Actual prices may vary based on state excise revisions, retailer margins, and local taxation. Verify current prices at your local wine shop.
| City | 180ml | 375ml | 750ml |
| Delhi | ~₹190 | ~₹470 | ~₹950 |
| Mumbai | ~₹350 | ~₹700 | ~₹1,380 |
| Bangalore | ~₹320 | ~₹640 | ~₹1,280 |
| Hyderabad | ~₹310 | ~₹620 | ~₹1,230 |
| Kolkata | ~₹230 | ~₹460 | ~₹920 |
| Goa | ~₹170 | ~₹360 | ~₹730 |
| Chennai | ~₹360 | ~₹710 | ~₹1,420 |
| Pune | ~₹350 | ~₹700 | ~₹1,380 |
Similar Bottles to Explore
If you enjoy Smirnoff Minty Jamun, you might also try Smirnoff Mirchi Mango for another India-inspired variant with a very different flavour direction, or Smirnoff Zesty Lime if you want something citrus-forward with the same cooling quality. The jamun flavour profile has no direct equivalent elsewhere in the Indian vodka market, which makes this one genuinely worth seeking out.
Drink Responsibly
Drink Responsibly: This product contains alcohol. Consumption by persons under 18 years of age is strictly prohibited. Please drink in moderation and never drink and drive. OccasionalDrinker.com encourages mindful and informed consumption.
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