Month: December 2024

• Wine & Spirits

Sula Vineyards Shines Globally with Gold and Silver at the Asian Sparkling Masters 2024

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

Sula Vineyards, India’s top wine producer, has made a mark at the prestigious Asian Sparkling Masters 2024,...

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• State Excise Policy

Arunachal: Chowna Mein Launches Traditional ‘Adi Apong’ Rice Wine in Pasighat

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

On Sunday, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein launched a range of local rice wines, known as ‘Adi...

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• Import & Export

Sazerac, a US-based liquor maker, is planning to expand its range of Bourbon whiskey brands in India, recognizing the country as a key market for premium alcohol

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

India’s growing economy and rising disposable income are driving a shift towards higher-quality spirits, making it an...

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• Retail & Distribution

The Kerala State Beverages Corporation is set to open super premium liquor outlets in four major cities—Thrissur, Kozhikode, Ernakulam, and Kumarakom

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

These outlets will offer a range of high-end alcoholic drinks, including both Indian and foreign-made liquor, as...

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• Alcohol Market Analysis

Can Indian Single Malts Become a Global Powerhouse

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

Indian single malts are making waves in the global liquor market, and the question arises: Can they...

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• Industry Trends

ISWAI: Premiumisation is Redefining India’s USD 52.4 Billion Spirits Market Subheading : State Government’s Policy Reforms Transforming the Retail Segment

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

New Delhi, December 2nd , 2024 – India’s alcoholic beverage industry is undergoing a transformative shift as...

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• Government & Regulation

The government is considering extending the operating hours for liquor stores in the state, allowing them to stay open until 10 PM

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

In Jaipur, the excise department is considering extending liquor store operating hours to 10 PM, up from...

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• State Excise Policy

The new tax on discounts and incentives given to liquor dealers in Goa has been criticized as double taxation

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

Liquor dealers in Goa are facing a new issue after the state commercial taxes department decided to...

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• Company News

Shah Rukh Khan and Aryan Khan’s whisky, D’YAVOL, has earned top honors at the 2024 New York World Spirits Competition

Aabkari Times Team December 2, 2024

The whisky’s flagship product, INCEPTION, was awarded the titles of ‘Best Overall Scotch’ and ‘Best of Class’...

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