Debra Crew Quits as Diageo CEO![]() Nik Jhangiani, CFO is interim CEOGuidance for fiscal 25 and 26 remains unchanged Diageo on 16th July 2025, announced that Debra Crew has stepped down... |
Royal Stag BoomBox Presents ‘SIGH’ — Fusion of Music and Hip-Hop![]() Royal Stag BoomBox, brand’s flagship music IP in collaboration with Universal Music Group, returns with a fresh line-up under Royal Stag BoomBox Originals — a unique format... |
Godawan Artisanal Indian Single Malt wins Double Gold at Monde Selection 2025Godawan Artisanal Indian Single Malt Whisky has been awarded Gold Medals for both its expressions, Godawan 01 Rich & Rounded and Godawan 02 Fruit &... |
Oaksmith Introduces Nagomi: A New Benchmark in Indian Whisky Craftsmanship![]() Oaksmith has unveiled its most premium expression yet - Oaksmith Nagomi. With this launch, the brand blends Japanese craftsmanship and global whisky making expertise, setting... |
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Paul John Whisky Unveils Exclusive Limited Edition Whisky![]() Paul John Whisky has announced the launch of its Limited Edition Peated Port Cask, available exclusively at Cochin International Airport Duty Free starting July 16,... |
Kartik Mohindra appointed William Grant & Sons India's new Managing Director![]() Sachin Mehta will head the Canada Business In interesting news, Kartik Mohindra has been appointed as the new India Managing Director of William Grant &... |
Rampur Jugalbandi #6 named ‘Best World Single Malt’![]() Rampur Jugalbandi #6, a limited edition Indian whisky has been named ‘Best World Single Malt’ at the 2025 John Barleycorn Awards held in the United States. The John... |
ISWAI Urges Review of Maharashtra’s Excise Duty Hike on IMFL![]() Prices of IMFL products expected to increase by up to 65% In the wake of the current increase in excise duty on Indian Made Foreign... |
World Chocolate Day, Baileys X Smoor Offerings![]() On World Chocolate Day (July 7), a collaboration by Baileys X SMOOR is perfectly in tune with how India is thinking about chocolate: as an experience that... |
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India’s First Homegrown Vermouth Launches in Bangalore![]() After a successful debut in Goa, Davana Vermouth Indica – India’s first 100% homegrown vermouth, is now available in Bangalore. This expansion brings the brand's expressions, Bianco and Rosso, to... |
Diageo India acquires Nao Spirits![]() Diageo India has acquired Nao Spirits & Beverages, India’s craft gin makers (Greater Than and Hapusa brands), valued at Rs. 130 crores. Diageo India (United... |
Monarch Legacy Edition Brandy Wins at London Spirits Competition![]() Monarch Legacy Edition by Tilaknagar Industries Ltd. (TI) has bagged a bronze medal in the brandy category, thus becoming the only Indian brandy to win... |
Radico Khaitan launches Morpheus Super Premium Whisky in Uttar Pradesh![]() Radico Khaitan Ltd. recently announced the launch of Morpheus Rare Luxury Whisky in the Uttar Pradesh market. With this strategic rollout, the company expands its... |
Nao Spirits Bags Six Awards![]() Nao Spirits & Beverages, India’s craft spirit maker, has further cemented its place on the global stage with its wins at The Gin Guide Awards... |
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Teacher’s Whisky Unveils a Bold New Identity![]() Teacher’s Whisky has unveiled a new identity, signaling a bold new chapter. The new look brims with modernity yet remains anchored in timeless tradition, celebrating... |
Camikara Bags Gold Medal at Rum & Cachaça Masters 2025![]() 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... |
Maharashtra Government Hikes Taxes on Liquor; Dearer for the Consumer![]() CIABC urges government to reconsider hikeCIABC says hike will disrupt the market, erode competitiveness of national brandsMay lead to dumping from neighbouring States The Maharashtra... |
Amrut Bags Triple Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition![]() Amrut Distilleries from Bengaluru has walked away with several awards at the recently concluded 2025 edition of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC). Amrut... |
RCB Win Triggers ₹157.94 crore Liquor Sales in Just One Day in Karnataka![]() In a thrilling final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) nudged past Punjab Kings to lift the IPL trophy, after... |
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Piccadily Targets 1 Million Cases of Whistler Barrel Whisky in 3 years![]() Relaunches Whistler Barrel Aged Blended Malt WhiskyPositioned in mid-premium segment Piccadily Agro Industries Limited has relaunched Whistler Barrel Aged Blended Malt Whisky, featuring new packaging... |
Piccadily Combats Counterfeiting with NFC Technology![]() First Indian alcobev company to do soInnovative Smart Labels on Indian Single Malts In a pioneering move to safeguard consumers and reinforce trust in premium... |
Scotch Whisky Association unveils GI map![]() The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has unveiled an interactive map showcasing the breadth of legal protection for Scotch Whisky around the world. Scotch Whisky is... |
Tomintoul 12-Year-Old Unveiled![]() Angus Dundee recently unveiled its latest expression - the 2012 vintage Tomintoul 12 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish. This annual release has been crafted... |
Piccadily Launches Cashmir – A Small-Batch Luxury Vodka Made with Heritage Indian Wheat![]() Piccadily, the makers of Indri single malt and Camikara rum have launched Cashmir, a small-batch luxury vodka crafted from heritage Indian winter wheat and glacial... |
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No Liquor on May 21 in Karnataka, Industry Opposes Constant hikes in excise duty and license fee![]() As per draft notification the annual license fee has been increased from ₹27 lakh to ₹54 lakh For distilleries and warehouses, it has been increased... |
Tilaknagar Industries PAT jumps 95.7%; EBITDA grows 62.6% in Q4 FY 25![]() IMFL manufacturer Tilaknagar Industries Limited (TI) has reported a major spurt in revenue and profit for Q1 2025. The company’s net revenue from operations grew... |
India and UK sign historic FTA![]() Prime Minister, Narendra Modi calls the pact ‘historic milestone’UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer believes it would strengthen alliances and reduce trade barriersScotch whisky and gin... |
Studio Monkey Shoulder Returns to India![]() Global music initiative led by broadcaster, DJ Gilles PetersonWorldwide FM and Monkey Shoulder will spotlight grassroots music scenes in India through a ₹11 Lakh fund... |
ABD Launches Golden Mist French Brandy![]() Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), India’s 3rd largest spirits company by volume, has launched Golden Mist French Brandy in Karnataka. With this introduction, ABD marks... |
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ISWAI Commends State Governments for Implementing Progressive Excise Policies![]() Move will provide enhanced consumer experience and generate revenue opportunitiesPremium-only and Smart Liquor Stores in Karnataka, Telangana, HaryanaIndustry seeks De-regulation The International Spirits and Wines... |
Khukri, Nepal’s Award-Winning Iconic Rum, Makes Its Grand Entry into India![]() MCKT Beverages Pvt. Ltd. Recently announced the arrival of its internationally acclaimed Khukri Rum in India—an icon of heritage and craftsmanship, set to redefine the... |
Pernod Ricard’s Resilient Performance![]() Q3 fy25 organic net sales decline -3% (-3% reported)YTD organic net sales decline -4% (-5% reported) Pernod Ricard has reported a resilient net sales performance... |
Piccadily launches Indri Founder’s Reserve single malt whisky, tribute to Kidar Nath Sharma![]() Piccadily Agro Industries Ltd, the parent company of India's fastest-growing single malt whisky brand, Indri, has unveiled its latest creation: Indri Founder’s Reserve 11-Year-Old Single... |
Carlsberg India profits up by 60%![]() Carlsberg India has reported a jump of 60.5% in its profits at ₹323.1 crore in FY'24, according to RoC filing by the company. Carlsberg India... |
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Delhi Earned ₹5,000 Crore from Tax On Liquor![]() The newly elected Delhi government run by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has said that due to the implementation of the new liquor policy under... |
Shah Rukh Khan’s D’YAVOL Inception Wins Gold at Berlin![]() D’YAVOL Inception, the flagship blended malt Scotch whisky from D’YAVOL Luxury Spirits, has been awarded Gold at the prestigious Berlin International Spirits Competition (BISC) 2025.... |
PVR Inox Seeks License to Serve Alcohol in Gurugram and Bengaluru theatres![]() A media report has stated that PVR Inox, dominant player in the entertainment business, has sought licenses to serve alcohol in theatre lounges in select... |
GIFT City Earns nearly 1 cr from liquor sales![]() The Gujarat government has earned ₹94.19 lakh in revenue from the sale of liquor to employees working at Gandhinagar-based Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City)... |
India-EU FTA Talks on May 12; Will there be trade-off between textiles and alcobev?![]() The next round of free trade agreement (FTA) talks between India and the European Union is slated from May 12 to 16 and both sides... |
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Not Out: RTD to Hit Pan-India Market Soon![]() In a country where cricket is religion, Not Out, a ready-to-drink (RTD) alcoholic beverage is soon going to hit the Indian market, after its inroads... |