United Breweries Ltd. (UBL), part of the Heineken Group, has expanded its Kingfisher portfolio with the launch of Kingfisher Smooth, a new strong beer aimed at younger consumers looking for a smoother drinking experience without losing the punch of strength. Designed for the evolving preferences of next-generation drinkers, Kingfisher Smooth promises a balanced and easy-to-drink…
Bengaluru, long known as India’s beer capital, is losing its edge as sharp price hikes dampen consumption across the city. Higher taxes and increased beer prices have begun to bite, pushing drinkers to cut back and hurting overall sales. Once celebrated for its vibrant pub culture and booming beer demand, the city is now seeing…
The liquor industry in Telangana has raised serious concerns over unpaid government dues exceeding ₹3,900 crore, warning that prolonged delays could disrupt supplies and damage the state’s investment image just ahead of the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos. Three major industry bodies — the Brewers Association of India, the International Spirits and Wines Association…
India’s alcoholic beverages industry is expected to see slower growth in the December quarter (Q3FY26), marking a pause after four straight quarters of double-digit expansion, according to brokerage estimates. Analysts tracking liquor, beer and wine companies expect revenue growth to cool to mid-single digits during the quarter. JM Financial estimates industry revenue growth at around…
Rising liquor sales in Uttar Pradesh have led to a sharp increase in excise revenue, turning the sector into one of the state’s strongest contributors to the treasury over the past few years. According to official data, excise revenue has jumped from about ₹23,000 crore in 2018–19 to a target of ₹63,000 crore for 2025–26….
Bhopal witnessed an electrifying night of music and celebration as popular Punjabi singer Parmish Verma performed live on January 10, turning the city into a hub of energy, dance, and singing fans. From the moment the first beat dropped, the venue came alive with excitement. Fans joined in loudly, dancing and singing along to Parmish…
The Punjab government has decided to fully automate its QR code–based tracking system for liquor to reduce errors, prevent tax evasion, and crack down on the sale of fake and counterfeit alcohol. At present, QR codes are manually pasted on liquor bottles and cartons, which often leads to mistakes. In many cases, codes are poorly…
Heineken CEO Dolf van den Brink has announced he will step down later this year, following a slowdown in beer sales that has hurt the company’s profits. Van den Brink, 52, will leave his role on May 31 after serving as CEO for six years and spending more than 28 years with the Dutch brewing…
United Breweries Limited, a part of the Heineken group, has launched a new strong beer called Kingfisher Smooth in India. The new product is aimed at next-generation, legal-age consumers who prefer strong beer but want a smoother and easier drinking experience. With this launch, United Breweries has expanded its Kingfisher portfolio in the mainstream strong…
BENGALURU: The Garden City recently transformed into a vibrant hub of music, celebration, and flavor as The Great Indian Brew Festival took center stage. Amidst the festivities, Woodpecker Premium Beer emerged as a standout attraction, drawing thousands of enthusiasts to its stall. The event, which hosted over 4,000 beer lovers, became a testament to Bengaluru’s…