Alexandre Ricard, Chairman and CEO of Pernod Ricard, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to India and its strong economic ties with France at the Indo-French CEO Forum, held in Paris during the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit.
Heineken delivered solid financial results in 2024, driven by broad-based growth and profit expansion. The company reported a net profit of €978 million, with net profit (beia) growing 7.3 percent organically. Net revenue (beia) increased by 5 percent while beer volume grew by 1.6 percent organically, reflecting Heineken’s strong global presence.
South Seas Distilleries, one of India’s oldest malt distilleries, is set to introduce Six Brothers Mahura in the UK, marking the first Mahura spirit distilled in India to be sold internationally.
Skyy Vodka has introduced two new products—Skyy Infusions Spicy Mango and Skyy Martinis Ready-to-Serve (RTS) in Espresso and Cosmo flavours. These innovative additions aim to enhance the cocktail experience with bold flavours and convenience.
Pernod Ricard has acquired South African gin brand Inverroche, aiming to position it as Africa’s first global luxury spirit brand.
Bihar’s liquor ban remains in force, but smugglers continue to find creative ways to dodge the police. In a shocking discovery, authorities in Sasaram, Rohtas district, found a stash of liquor hidden inside a grave at the Alawal Khan mausoleum in Kadirganj.
As we forward in 2025, we see a notable shift among consumer preferences towards premium alcoholic beverages. As highlighted in the cover story, this trend is bolstered by the country’s expanding network of luxury retail outlets and upscale bars.
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