February E-Magazine
There is an extraordinary stirring unfolding in India’s liquor landscape today. Irish whiskey, once a quiet import category, has entered a decisive growth phase.
There is an extraordinary stirring unfolding in India’s liquor landscape today. Irish whiskey, once a quiet import category, has entered a decisive growth phase.
Radico Khaitan Ltd. has announced a key leadership transition aligned with its strategic priorities of premiumisation, global brand building and future readiness, with Amar Sinha stepping down from his role as Chief Operating Officer.
Luxury Polish vodka brand U’Luvka Vodka is set to begin a new chapter in travel retail following its acquisition by independent drinks group Aspri Spirits, with European channel revival started through a strategic partnership with JP-GTR.
Uttar Pradesh has introduced India’s first standalone three-year Excise Export Policy (2026-29) and released its Excise Policy for 2026-27, announcing renewal of retail licences to ensure stability and continuity across the trade.
Whyte & Mackay has partnered with Ospree Duty Free to introduce The Dalmore Anthology, a curated travel retail-exclusive collection, at Mumbai International Airport.
Radico Khaitan Ltd. hosted an exclusive tasting of its recently launched Indian single malt, Rampur 1943 Virasat, led by globally renowned whisky expert Jim Murray who is also the author of The Whisky Bible.
Cosy Box Delhi is set to host its guests with a full-day Valentine’s Day experience on February 14.
The Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) has been selected as a 2026 grantee of the Hilton Global Foundation (HGF), securing support to strengthen hospitality workforce development and expand employment opportunities for young people across India.
Seagram’s Royal Stag Packaged Drinking Water has launched the Royal Stag Code of Large (#RSCode), a first-of-its-kind, data-led initiative featuring its brand ambassador and former team India captain Rohit Sharma and mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton.