ABD Maestro launches Russian Standard Vodka in India

ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd. (ABDM), the luxury and super-premium arm of Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd., has officially launched Russian Standard Vodka in India. Known as Russia’s No. 1 premium vodka, the brand makes its Indian debut in three variants: Original and Gold in the super-premium segment, and Platinum representing the luxury tier.

Distilled with glacial water from Lake Ladoga and winter wheat from the Russian Steppes, Russian Standard Vodka is famed for its smoothness, purity, and authentic Russian character. Already present in over 85 countries, the brand now brings its globally celebrated quality to discerning Indian consumers.

The launch is the result of a strategic alliance between ABD Maestro and Roust Corporation, one of the world’s leading vodka producers. This is the first vodka offering under the ABD Maestro portfolio, further reinforcing its vision to lead India’s growing premium spirits market.

Bikram Basu, Managing Director of ABD Maestro, commented, “At ABD Maestro, we are curating a portfolio that reflects the evolving aspirations of the Indian consumer, which is global, rooted in quality, and high on character. Russian Standard Vodka in Indian markets shows our intent to lead in the premium and luxury spirits. We have seen a gap between rising demand for authentic, high-quality vodka and the limited presence of global leaders. Russian Standard is a brand with a fabulous story of quality and precision.”

The vodka range will initially be available in major Indian markets, retailing through premium outlets, hotels, bars, and lounges. Pricing in Maharashtra is set at ₹2,400 for 750 ml of Russian Standard Original, ₹2,650 for Gold, and ₹5,300 for 700 ml of Platinum.