In a significant moment for the Indian spirits industry, Camikara 3YO has become the first Indian rum to win a Gold Medal at the 2025 Rum & Cachaça Masters Awards in London. This marks the first time an Indian rum has received such recognition at the global competition.
Traditionally, India has been absent from conversations around premium rum, despite being one of the world’s largest producers of sugarcane. While countries like Martinique, Jamaica, and Barbados are known for their high-quality sugarcane spirits, Indian rum has often been associated with molasses-based blends, with little presence in the premium segment.
Made by Piccadily Agro Industries, Camikara is made entirely from fresh sugarcane juice—without molasses, added sugar, colouring, or other additives—and aged in oak barrels, reflecting a Rhum Agricole-style approach adapted to Indian conditions. Its recognition at an international competition highlights a shift in how Indian rum is being perceived globally.
This win adds momentum to the emergence of more diverse and craft-driven spirits from India.
