Alcohol Companies News
For Kirin, the Bira story isn't over yet. Next up, a recast of B9
Broadly, Kirin Holdings plans to restructure the management, governance and business strategy to help B9 overcome its current financial crisis and scale the Bira91 brand.
3 min read21 Nov 2025Mint Explainer | Rains, rising taxes, and weak demand: What’s souring India’s alcohol business
From heavy rains disrupting production to steep excise duties in key states, India’s liquor industry is battling weather shocks, weak demand, and changing consumer habits—even as premium spirits keep pouring profits.
3 min read3 Nov 2025Mint Quick Edit | Pisco tussle: Whose spirit is it anyway?
Peru and Chile have been waging a battle in Indian courts over Pisco, a grape-based spirit, as a geographical indication. Should its GI tag be shared or awarded solely to its authentic claimant? Perhaps a market survey can help.
1 min read12 Sep 2025Bira beer maker raises ₹85 cr in rights issue, cuts workforce to rein in costs
As per B9 Beverages' most recent filings with the ministry of corporate affairs, its operating revenue slumped to ₹638.5 crore in FY24 from ₹824.3 crore in FY23. Losses also widened significantly, rising to ₹748.8 crore in FY24 compared to ₹445.4 crore in FY23.
5 min read27 Jun 2025United Spirits to buy out Greater Than gin maker Nao Spirits in a ₹110 cr deal
United Spirits first acquired a stake in the company in March 2022 and has since completed a gradual buyout.
2 min read19 Jun 2025India is the world's fastest-growing alcohol market when global demand cools
India's alcohol market is expected to top $50 billion by 2031, outpacing global demand, says IWSR. Whisky dominates, with Scotch demand likely to surge after UK free-trade pact
5 min read3 Jun 2025Want to recover fast from injury? Quit fizzy drinks and alcohol
Alcohol suppresses your body’s antioxidant defences and carbonated drinks cause energy crashes making recovery slow
4 min read2 Jun 2025Diageo India expects price drop for some spirits after free trade pact with UK
Earlier this month, India and the UK finalized the FTA, agreeing to reduce the 150% import duty on scotch whisky and gin to 75% initially, with a further decrease to 40% over the subsequent decade.
3 min read23 May 2025Sula resets after wine boom slows, shifts focus to homegrown brands
Sula Vineyards is responding to a decline in general urban wine consumption by expanding its portfolio and hosting urban wine festivals. The company dominates the premium wine market, accounting for over 60% share, while adjusting strategies to combat increased competition.
5 min read8 May 2025Scotch and gin may not get significantly cheaper for consumers in India despite tariff cuts: Industry
Despite the trade pact reducing Scotch tariffs, experts predict consumers may only see limited immediate benefits. Many brands may not lower prices due to local pricing practices, leaving consumers with few changes in their purchasing experience.
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The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared
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