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Camikara Bags Gold Medal at Rum & Cachaça Masters 2025

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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.

Piccadily Launches Cashmir – A Small-Batch Luxury Vodka Made with Heritage Indian Wheat

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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 water from the Kashmir Valley.

The vodka is made using organic, non-GMO, and non-hybrid wheat and is distilled seven times to achieve a smooth and clean profile. The use of water sourced from Kashmir also enhances its purity and taste say the makers. The vodka draws inspiration from the region’s natural and cultural elements, including the saffron fields Dal Lake, and local craftsmanship. It reflects Piccadily’s continued effort to create premium Indian spirits rooted in provenance and quality.

The vodka is developed by Surrinder Kumar, Piccadily Master Blender and says that Cashmir is a personal tribute to Kashmir, designed to reflect its natural purity and heritage. Praveen Malviya, CEO (IMFL), added that the launch marks Piccadily’s entry into the vodka category as part of its growing premium portfolio.