Indri Agneya Crowned ‘Indian Single Malt Whisky of the Year’
India’s premium spirits industry has achieved another milestone on the global stage as Piccadily Distillery secured major victories at the prestigious London Spirits Competition 2026 and Asian Spirits Masters 2026. The distillery’s award-winning portfolio, led by Indri Agneya and Cashmir Vodka, has once again showcased the rising global appeal of Indian-made spirits.
At the London Spirits Competition 2026, Indri made headlines after Indri Agneya received an impressive 95 points and earned the coveted title of ‘Indian Single Malt Whisky of the Year’. The recognition is considered one of the competition’s highest honours and highlights the growing dominance of Indian single malts in the international whisky market. The London Spirits Competition evaluates spirits based on quality, packaging and commercial value, making the win especially significant for the Indian brand.
Cashmir Vodka Secures Double Gold
Adding to the celebrations, Cashmir Vodka delivered a remarkable performance by scoring 96 points and winning the Double Gold award. The achievement places the vodka among the top-rated spirits in its category globally and reflects Piccadily Distillery’s strength beyond the whisky segment.The recognition further strengthens the company’s reputation for producing world-class premium spirits across multiple categories.
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Big Wins at Asian Spirits Masters 2026
Piccadily Distillery continued its winning streak at the Asian Spirits Masters 2026 by securing several top honours. The company earned Master Awards — the competition’s highest recognition — for:
• Indri Trini
• Indri Dru
• Camikara Rum 8-Year-Old
Meanwhile, Camikara Rum 3-Year-Old also received a prestigious Gold Medal, showcasing the brand’s excellence in the premium rum category.
This impressive cross-category success underlines Piccadily Distillery’s craftsmanship, consistency and innovation in producing globally competitive Indian spirits.
Piccadily Distillery on India’s Growing Global Presence
Speaking on the achievement, Shalini Sharma, Head of Marketing at Piccadily Distillery, said the awards represent a major shift in the global perception of Indian spirits. According to Sharma, the company is not just competing internationally but setting new industry benchmarks across whisky, rum and vodka categories. She added that the recognition reinforces India’s growing influence in the global premium spirits market.
Indian Spirits Continue Their Global Rise
The latest international accolades for Piccadily Distillery reflect the rapid rise of Indian spirits in the global alcoholic beverages industry. With brands like Indri and Cashmir Vodka receiving worldwide recognition, India is steadily establishing itself as a leading producer of premium whisky, rum and vodka.
These victories not only celebrate the success of a single company but also mark a proud moment for the Indian spirits industry as a whole.
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