📅 May 27 – Consumer Insights & Regional Wine Trends 🕥 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Room 1Session: Essential Consumer Insights for South Asia Explore the latest wine and spirits consumption habits across South Asia, including markets like Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia.Rob Temple joins Philippe Chan of YouGov to break down key…
Hyderabad | May 20, 2025 The Telangana government has increased liquor prices, effective from Monday, with bottles now costing ₹10 to ₹40 more depending on their size. This price hike affects over 2,000 liquor brands across the state and is expected to boost government revenue by ₹150-170 crore each month. According to the revised rates:…
Published: May 16, 2025If you’re in Bengaluru and enjoy an occasional beer or a low-cost bottle of Indian-made liquor, you’ll now have to shell out a bit more. The Karnataka government has announced another hike in liquor prices—this time increasing the additional excise duty on beer from 195% to 200%. A 5% hike has also…
Nashik: Maharashtra has achieved a major milestone in the 2024-25 financial year, recording its highest-ever grape wine sales by crossing the 1 crore litre mark — a 14.2% jump compared to the previous year. According to the Maharashtra State Excise Department, wine sales in the state have doubled over the past decade, growing from 59.2…
Tired of the same old beer in cans and bottles? This summer, Kolkata’s pubs and bars are taking beer to a whole new level — turning it into cocktails, snowflake cones, and even magical drinks inspired by Harry Potter! Here’s where you can enjoy these refreshing and quirky beer experiences in the City of Joy:…
The state government is putting more emphasis on industrial investment to create a 1 trillion dollar economy. The Excise Department is also giving its full support in this ambitious plan of the state government. In this sequence, the Excise Department is going to organize a meeting of investors in collaboration with Invest UP of the…
In a proud moment for Indian craft spirits, Jin Jiji, a homegrown artisanal gin, has been crowned “Spirit of the Year” and Best Gin at the prestigious 2025 London Spirits Competition. The competition, one of the toughest in the world, saw over 500 entries from more than 30 countries, including top global gin brands and…
In 2023, father-son duo Ipe and Adam Jacob launched Maharaja Drinks, a London-based company with a bold mission: to take premium Indian alcoholic beverages to global shelves. From whiskies and rums to wines, craft beers, and India’s first 100% agave spirit, their handpicked collection is now making waves in the UK and across Europe. Filling…
India’s demand for premium international spirits is rapidly increasing, with a growing interest in unique and bold flavors. One of the latest discoveries is Mauritian rum, a gem that’s gaining popularity in India. Originating from Mauritius, an island known for its scenic beaches and sugarcane fields, these rums are rich, smooth, and packed with tropical…
Expands reach to defence personnel with top-selling labels like Dindori Reserve Shiraz Sula Vineyards, India’s leading wine producer, has expanded its premium portfolio by introducing four new wines to the Canteen Stores Department (CSD)—a retail chain that serves India’s defence forces. The newly listed wines include: Dindori Reserve Shiraz (India’s top premium red wine) RĀSĀ…