Alcohol Prices

News

Bombay HC to decide on FSSAI rum sales ban on Monday

The FSSAI has banned the sale of many variants or rum, particularly Old Monk, over the use of rum flavouring.

1 min read7 Aug 2026
Companies

How the humble jamun became liquor’s hottest new flavour of the season

The jamun, a favourite of roadside vendors, has inspired launches from Diageo to Radico Khaitan. Its unique taste and local roots attract consumers seeking authentic experiences in a rapidly evolving alcohol landscape.

4 min read14 Jul 2026
News

Karnataka govt slashes beer, whiskey prices by up to 25%; check new rates under alcohol- content-based excise policy

Karnataka’s new Alcohol in Beverage (AiB) policy has cut beer and premium liquor prices by up to 25 per cent while increasing rates on cheaper Indian-made liquor. The state has also shifted to an alcohol-content-based taxation model, becoming the first in India to adopt the system.

3 min read15 May 2026
Companies

Why Simba beer maker is looking to shift gears to a more premium play

Simba Beer maker Sona Beverages is sharpening its premium focus and expanding into large markets such as Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh as rising costs squeeze smaller brewers.

3 min read16 Mar 2026
Industry

Telangana’s ₹3,900 crore of unpaid dues threaten investments, alcohol companies say

The state government’s long-pending dues threaten to deter capital inflows and dent investor confidence, industry bodies representing makers of alcoholic drinks said in a joint statement ahead of the World Economic Forum.

4 min read16 Jan 2026
Companies

Radico Khaitan launches Kohinoor Reserve Indian Dark Rum in home market — Check prices in Delhi, Karnataka, UP

Radico Khaitan launched its premium segment, Kohinoor Reserve Indian Dark Rum, in the home market after a successful debut on the global front. Here are the prices for customers in Delhi, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh.

2 min read23 Dec 2025
Economy

GST on petrol, diesel, alcohol: Are fuel, liquor getting cheaper from today? Here's what you need to know

While at least 375 items will see rate cuts, many are wondering what will happen to petrol, diesel, and alcohol prices under the latest GST reforms. Here's what's changing.

2 min read22 Sep 2025
Industry

Maharashtra’s expensive alcohol—following its first duty hike in 14 years—will still find takers. Here’s why

Maharashtra has imposed a steep excise duty hike on alcohol—its first in 14 years—but experts say that's unlikely to hurt demand for premium liquors.

4 min read12 Jun 2025
Companies

India 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 2025
News

Beer Lovers Beware! Prices set to rise by up to 55% under new Haryana excise policy from THIS date

Come June 12, beer lovers in Haryana will have to pay a significantly more price if they want to drink the beverage. Here is everything you need to know.

1 min read29 May 2025