High spirits, higher hopes: European wines and whiskies set to get cheaper in IndiaEuropean wines and whiskies are set to become more affordable for Indian consumers. An India-European Union free trade agreement will reduc...
28 Jan, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
European wines to get less expensive under India-EU FTAEuropean wines will soon be more affordable in India following a bilateral free trade agreement, with import duties slashed from 150% to 20...
27 Jan, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
AlchoBev industry expects up to 20 pc growth in Dec quarter riding on bullish festive salesThe Indian alcoholic beverage industry is experiencing a significant boom. Sales are projected to rise by 20 percent from October to Decemb...
26 Oct, 2025, 11.59 AM IST
Raise a toast: Liquor outlets get into the Diwali spirit lock, stock & barrelLiquor stores are significantly increasing whiskey, rum, gin, and vodka inventories, anticipating record Diwali sales driven by positive co...
08 Oct, 2025, 01.22 AM IST
India-UK FTA: International premium spirits to be more accessible but benefits may be limited, say expertsThe India-UK free trade agreement is set to reduce duties on imported spirits, potentially making premium international options more access...
25 Jul, 2025, 01.08 PM IST
Why Delhi’s liquor consumers are crossing state borders for getting their alcohol bottlesDelhi faces significant revenue loss. Residents prefer buying liquor in Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Noida. They seek lower prices and wider cho...
16 Jun, 2025, 03.27 PM IST
Indian Spirits cos stirred up to fight a premium battle as British scotch whiskies expected to flood India at reduced pricesA new India-UK FTA deal is set to halve import tariffs on whisky and gin, potentially flooding the Indian market with cheaper premium scotc...
07 May, 2025, 12.38 PM IST
Why beer in Goa costs you Rs 100 but Rs 305 in Karnataka, Rs 229 in Telangana?Alcohol prices in India vary significantly across states due to differing excise duties and taxes, with Goa having the lowest levies. This ...
05 May, 2025, 03.17 PM IST
Five liquor shops for one lakh Indians as boozy bottleneck grips a thirsty nationIndia's liquor retail density is significantly low, with only five shops per lakh consumers, leading to limited brand choices and overcharg...
21 Apr, 2025, 09.22 AM IST
Liquor sales on the rocks: Regulatory roadblocks slow Pernod Ricard, Heineken sales in key Indian marketPernod Ricard and Heineken experienced slower sales growth in India during the March quarter due to regulatory hurdles and temporary disrup...
18 Apr, 2025, 12.54 AM IST
Customisation and personalisation: The newest players in whisky townThe exclusivity of private whisky labels and vintage casks is gaining traction among enthusiasts and investors in India. With bespoke offer...
19 Mar, 2025, 01.29 PM IST
Liquor sales expected to surge beyond Diwali 2024 in key statesLiquor sales surged in October fueled by festive occasions and gifting trends, with states like West Bengal, Delhi, and Telangana reporting...
04 Nov, 2024, 12.35 AM IST
Make-in-India spirits poised for global growth; focus on global expansion, premiumization, innovation and collaborationThe sector is a critical economic driver, with an estimated domestic volume of 390 million cases of branded spirits and an excise revenue c...
21 Sep, 2024, 11.16 AM IST
Breezer serves aam panna, nimbu paaniBacardi has introduced aam panna and nimbu paani flavours, to accelerate growth of its ready-to-drink (RTD) brand Breezer.
27 Jun, 2014, 11.42 AM IST