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Karan Tacker’s Goonda now in 750ml bottles

Karan Tacker’s Goonda, India’s homegrown 100% agave spirit brands, is now available in 750 ml bottle. Building on the steady success of the 180 ml variant, the 750 ml format is available across Goa, Mumbai and Pune. The introduction of a larger format signals the brand’s move toward national scale and a stronger presence in the premium spirits segment in both on and off-premise.

Goonda estimates that the annual production capacity of agave spirit in India is approx. 3 to 4 lakh litres. Since its launch earlier this year, the brand has sold over 30,000 bottles across Maharashtra and Goa, and projects a scale-up in FY 26-27

Actor & Co-founder Tacker says, “This is the moment for Indian agave. We want to build a future where India is seen as a serious agave-producing region and not just an emerging curiosity. The 750 ml launch is a step toward a long-term vision in which Indian agave sits confidently on global shelves.”

1.7 lakh cases in 2025

 The Indian agave industry is changing quickly, growing from about 38,000 cases before the pandemic to an estimated 1.7 lakh cases this year, with over 80% of the volume still coming from imports and leaving a major gap for quality homegrown brands. Consumer interest is rising as agave spirits are viewed as lighter, cleaner and lower in congeners and calories, which appeals strongly to today’s health-focused drinker and is driving double-digit category growth.

Co-founder Ashish Jasuja adds, “Goonda will scale across categories and states. We consider ourselves trailblazers in this space. Not only do we have a splendid Silver and Reposado, which every company offers, but we have redefined the agave world by venturing into flavoured 100% agave spirits. So, whether you want to shoot at a wedding party, pour it over ice on a sultry afternoon, or shake up a martini, our flavoured range covers every occasion.”

Tilaknagar Industries Ltd. brings Monarch Legacy Edition and Mansion House Brandy to Hyderabad Duty Free

Tilaknagar Industries Ltd. (TI), in collaboration with Fairmac Shipstores Pvt. Ltd., has launched its flagship Mansion House Brandy alongside Monarch Legacy Edition, the first release under the company’s new luxury vertical, House of TI, at Hyderabad Duty Free. Travellers at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport can now experience the full spectrum of Indian brandy, from the award-winning Mansion House Brandy to the luxury offering, Monarch- 100% Pure Grape Brandy Legacy Edition.

 Amit Dahanukar, Chairman & Managing Director of Tilaknagar Industries said “It’s exciting to expand our presence further in the travel retail sector, which is such an important space for showcasing Indian spirits on a global stage. Hyderabad Duty Free is a significant expansion in this, as it serves as a gateway for both Indian and international travellers. With Mansion House, we are bringing a trusted favourite, and with Monarch Legacy Edition, we are introducing a new luxury take on Indian brandy. Together, they highlight where the category has been and where it is headed.” 

Sanaya Dahanukar – Marketing Manager of Tilaknagar Industries Ltd., commented, “Brandy has always enjoyed a strong following in Southern India, with nearly 98% of the brandy consumption concentrated within the region, and Hyderabad is an important gateway for that audience. At Duty Free, we are able to offer travellers both sides of the brandy story — the nostalgia of Mansion House and the sophistication of Monarch Legacy Edition.”  

‘Greater Than’ Brings Back Juniper Bomb

Juniper Bomb, first created in 2020 when a power outage extended a batch of Greater Than’s botanical soak from 10 to nearly 36 hours, the resulting gin was unexpectedly bold, unapologetically juniper-forward, and instantly loved. Originally released as a limited edition, it has found a cult following among purists and has now joined Nao Spirits & Beverages’ permanent lineup. Compared to Greater Than, Juniper Bomb triples the juniper load, delivering a classic London Dry
style gin that is electric—like biting straight into a plump Juniper Berry. It’s bold and complex at first, with a finish of ripe lychees. Its gin designed for those who like their spirit loud and proud; best had with lots of ice and tonic, and no additional garnish, what the team calls ‘Make It Naked’. Commenting on the launch, Anand Virmani, Co-Founder & Master Distiller, Nao Spirits, said, “Juniper Bomb wasn’t part of the plan. It was literally born out of a mistake—but the kind you want to make twice. It packs a punch—just like the juniper that defines it. We like to think of it as a gin with the
volume turned all the way up.”