In a landmark achievement for Indian spirits, Makabi-Mazal Rum & Spice has clinched the coveted Gold Medal at the European Spirits Challenge 2025, making it the only Indian rum to earn top honours at one of the world’s most prestigious spirits competitions.
Beverage alcohol volumes in the world’s top 20 markets declined by 1 percent in 2024, falling short of forecasts due to economic weakness, reduced consumption of super-premium spirits, and the continued decline of wine, according to IWSR’s preliminary data.
Uttar Pradesh has once again emerged as the country’s top performer in excise revenue, registering a record-breaking collection of ₹52,297 crore in 2024–25.
Delhi Duty Free has reported its highest-ever annual sales of Rs 2,177 crores (USD 261 million) for the financial year ending March 31, 2025, marking a robust 12 percent growth over FY 2023–24.
The Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association (APTRA) has unveiled the final programme for the APTRA India Conference 2025, set to take place in Mumbai from April 7-9, 2025.
The Indian alcobev industry is closely monitoring tariff developments, particularly regarding the United States.
Japan’s Suntory Holdings Ltd. is mulling redirecting its whisky supply to its home market and other Asian countries after US President Donald Trump imposed a 24 percent tariff on Japanese imports.
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