Carlsberg Group appoints new Chief Executive Officer![]() The Carlsberg Group recently announced that Jacob Aarup-Andersen will join Carlsberg as Chief Executive Officer, replacing Cees ’t Hart, who will retire by the end... |
The Macallan reveals a new edition of The Harmony Collection celebrating the world of coffee![]() The Macallan has recently unveiled the second edition of The Harmony Collection- Smooth Arabica. This limited annual release will be available exclusively at the Delhi,... |
In Landmark Change - Tamil Nadu Govt allows serving alcohol at Stadiums, Conferences, Events & Celebrations![]() The Tamil Nadu DMK government has issued a notification dated March 18, 2023 amending the Tamil Nadu Liquor (Licence and Permit) Rules of 1981 to... |
Taylors Wines foray into Indian market![]() Taylors Wines (known as Wakefield Wine) has entered Indian market through one of the leading Indian importers – Ace Beveragez Private Limited. Promised Land Shiraz... |
Delhi extends Old Excise Policy by 6 Months![]() The Kejriwal led Delhi Government made an announcement today that the old excise policy for Delhi is being extended for further six months. In the... |
CaSa de Spirits launches Fentiro in Goa![]() CaSa de Spirits Pvt. Ltd, launches its first ever range of spirits under the ‘Fentiro’ brand on December 1st, 2022 in Goa. Its initial launch... |
ABD launches Jolly Roger Rum in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan![]() Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited, the largest Indian spirits company has extended its deluxe rum Jolly Roger to Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Jolly Roger offers... |
Bira launches Hill Station Cider Ales![]() • Under ‘House of Bira 91’, the brand plans to experiment with fast growing premium beverage categories in India • The ‘Hill Station Hard Cider... |
KALS launches Asio Vodka![]() With the vodka market on the upturn, KALS has launched their new Indian Made Vodka, Asio Vodka in the Tamil Nadu market. The vodka is... |
Pernod Ricard to acquire Código 1530 Ultra Premium and Prestige tequila![]() Pernod Ricard recently announced the signing of an agreement for the acquisition of a majority shareholding of Código 1530 Tequila, a range of Ultra-Premium and... |
The House of Suntory Introduces Hibiki Blossom Harmony, a limited-edition blended whisky![]() The House of Suntory, the founding House of Japanese Whisky, recently announced the release of Hibiki Blossom Harmony, a limited-edition blend featuring whiskies finished in... |
Diageo acquires premium cold brew coffee liqueur, Mr Black![]() Diageo recently announced that it has acquired Mr Black, the Australian premium cold brew coffee liqueur. Mr Black was launched in 2013, by designer Tom... |
KALS launches Foster's nationally post Acquisition![]() As a company KALS has been growing organically and inorganically acquiring breweries and distilleries along the way. With the acquisition of Foster’s in India, the... |
Air India Pee Gate, Review of in-flight Alcohol Service![]() The horrific incident of an inebriated passenger urinating on a fellow passenger in an Air India flight from New York to Delhi recently has shaken... |
Dubai slashes 30% tax on Alcohol![]() What that means to an Indian Tourist or International Traveler? In a landmark announcement, starting 1st January 2023 Dubai has scrapped their 30% municipality tax... |
Diageo India initiates removal of mono cartons of VAT 69, Black & White and Black Dog![]() In line with its initiative Society 2030: Spirit of Progress and its 10-year ESG action plan, Diageo India will be initiating a phased removal of... |
ABD launches ‘ICONiQ White Whisky’ in Metaverse![]() Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), the domestic alcobev company, has launched of its new whisky “ICONiQ White” on the metaverse, before the offering becomes available... |
Beam Suntory unveils renewable energy-powered Jim Beam Expansion![]() Beam Suntory will invest more than $400 million to expand production at its Booker Noe distillery in Boston, KY, which produces Jim Beam. This expansion... |
Campari Group Launches X-Rated in India![]() The Campari Group recently launched its popular fusion liqueur ‘X-Rated’ in the Indian market. Known for its unique bottle shape, bold pink liquid, sweet and... |
Brown Forman to purchase Gin Mare brands![]() Brown‑Forman Corporation recently announced that it has reached an agreement to purchase the Gin Mare brands from Vantguard and MG Destilerías. Upon completion of the... |
CAG flags Rs. 58-crore loss as Excise department failed to ensure IMFL yield![]() The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has detected failure on the part of the Excise department to notify norms for production of Indian Made Foreign... |
Homegrown gin brand DOJA won silver in the prestigious Gin Masters Awards under the super premium category![]() The Gin Masters is an annual judging of gin that is conducted by the Global Spirits Masters Competition. The annual series, conducted in partnership with... |
Pernod Ricard and JCDecaux sign an unprecedented Data Technical Alliance![]() Pernod Ricard and JCDecaux, recently launched an innovative digital partnership in data management through the roll-out of a solution called Data Portal. This solution enables... |
United Breweries launches new Heineken Silver in India![]() United Breweries, the country's largest beer manufacturer and part of the Amsterdam-based Heineken group recently announced the launch of Heineken Silver, a smooth and refreshing... |
Diageo acquires Vivanda, owner of flavour matching technology behind ‘What’s Your Whisky’![]() Diageo recently announced it has acquired Vivanda, owner of the technology behind Diageo’s digital ‘What’s Your Whisky’ platform and the Journey of Flavour experience at... |
No More Liquor allowed from Goa in Maharashtra?![]() Liable for Criminal Charges As per reports Maharashtra’s Excise Department will now, not allow to carry even 1 alcoholic bottle from Goa into Maharashtra. The... |
Delhi govt. allows city bars to stay open till 3 am![]() With Delhi showing the way will Mumbai follow suit. Perhaps the commercial capital of India will want the city to mix business with pleasure. Additional... |
Punjab looking at different state excise policies, to shore up exchequer![]() The newly formed Punjab government of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is contemplating upon allotting liquor vends through a tender system in its bid to... |
Ironhill builds largest microbrewery in the world![]() Ironhill India in Bangalore is located in the IT hub near Marathahalli and is spread across a lavish 1.3 lac sq. ft. making it the... |
ABD India wins ‘Distiller of the Year’ at Icons of Whisky India 2022![]() Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), maker of iconic products like Officer’s Choice Whisky and Sterling Reserve, won the ‘Distiller of the Year’ high commendation at... |
Indian liquor trends pre and post COVID![]() The Covid-19 pandemic has continued to impact India since its arrival in spring last year. The government initially reacted by imposing a national lockdown from... |
Bira 91 ‘Imagined in India’ limited-release beers pleasing the desi palate with innovative flavours![]() The late English author Gilbert Chesterton once wrote: "Let a man walk 10 miles steadily on a hot summer's day along a dusty English road,... |
Himachal Pradesh new liquor policy aims to boost revenues, while curbing illicit trade![]() The Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur, under whose chairmanship, the Cabinet met announced that the government intended to collect Rs. 2,131 crore revenue from state... |
The war in Ukraine could impact how much your favourite beer costs![]() Some beer prices are climbing as most parts of the process cost more - from aluminum cans to transportation. The Ukraine accounts for about 20%... |
Diageo India reports continued growth momentum, thanks to premiumisation![]() In the unaudited third quarter, Diageo India has registered an increase in net sales of 15.9%, reflecting a strong quarter driven by resilient consumer demand... |
‘Nolo’ is soon going to froth in Asia![]() Specific to Asia, Carlsberg has five brands brewed in China and one in Malaysia, while it has made its presence felt in Hong Kong and... |
The Macallan unveils The Reach Single Malt Whisky![]() The Macallan has unveiled The Reach, an incomparable single malt whisky that reflects an extraordinary moment in time and exemplifies the enduring spirit that has... |
Russia’s alcohol market![]() As vodka comes under the spotlight amidst Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, IWSR takes a deeper look at the Russian alcohol market. Russia is the 4th... |
No discounts or offers on Alcohol in Delhi says Excise Department![]() Following complaints of congestion outside vents and the ongoing danger of COVID-19, the excise commissioner of Delhi advised liquor outlets in the city on Monday... |
Ambrosia Awards 2021 is like a booster shot to the alcobev industry![]() The Ambrosia Awards 2021, held on December 17 at Hotel Andaz, New Delhi, was an extraordinary event, held during extraordinary times. The alcobev industry was... |