The Coca-Cola Company has announced that it will acquire Billson’s, an Australian brand known for its premium alcohol ready-to-drink products like Vodka with Tangle, Vodka with Grape Burst, and Vodka with Portello. The current owners of Billson’s, Nathan and Felicity Cowan, will continue to produce their popular cordials, sodas, and beers under a new brand…
UB has stopped supplying beer to Telangana, which has sparked a conversation about India’s liquor laws. These laws vary from state to state because alcohol regulation falls under the State List in India’s Constitution. As a result, each state has its own rules, which importers, producers, and distributors must follow. Here’s a breakdown of liquor…
India has a long history of rum production, and some Indian rum brands have gained popularity not just locally, but internationally as well. Here are seven famous Indian rum brands that have earned praise both in India and abroad: Old Monk Old Monk is one of the most iconic rum brands in India. Its dark…
In Bengaluru, drinkers seem to be switching between beer and hard liquor based on the season, but it’s clear that beer remains the favorite. From April to November this year, sales of Indian-made liquor (IML) saw a small dip of just over 0.6%, while beer sales jumped by 10.9% in Karnataka. According to data from…
A recent report on alcohol consumption in Karnataka reveals a shift in drinking habits, with a growing preference for beer over hard liquor. Over the past eight months, beer sales have risen by 10.9%, while the sales of Indian Made Liquor (IML), including whisky and rum, have slightly declined by 0.6%. Between April and November…
After achieving success with Simba Beer, the homegrown brand has now entered the vodka market with ZigZag vodka. Co-founder Ishwaraj Bhatia shares the brand’s strategy to stand out in this competitive industry, focusing on bold flavors, regional marketing, and a strong brand identity. Launched two weeks ago, ZigZag vodka is available in four flavors—original, lime,…
Paul John Indian Single Malt has released its 2024 Christmas Edition whisky, marking the seventh installment in this festive series. Bottled at 92 proof, the 2024 Christmas Edition is produced by John Distilleries in Goa, India. The whisky is a blend of malt aged in new oak barrels and malt finished in Caribbean rum casks….
Himmaleh Spirits has officially started whisky production at its new distillery in Uttarakhand, India, where it will create Himalayan single malt whisky. Located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, the distillery uses traditional Scottish Forsyths pot stills and 100% locally sourced Indian barley. The family-run business, founded in 2023 by Ansh Khanna and Samarth Prasad,…
Liquor dealers in Goa are facing a new issue after the state commercial taxes department decided to tax discounts and incentives they receive from suppliers. According to the Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI), this amounts to double taxation because taxes were already paid when the alcohol was purchased. The GCCI’s taxation committee has…
Paul John Whisky, an iconic Indian brand, has earned over 320 prestigious awards globally, making it Asia’s most-awarded single malt. As the festive season approaches, it stands out as a perfect gift—representing the pinnacle of Indian craftsmanship with international acclaim. A Global Journey The brand’s story began in 2012, when Paul John Whisky was launched…