Liquor Sector
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 2026Quick commerce, alcohol moderation fuel India's zero-proof drinks market as liquor giants, startups widen bets
Growing consumer interest in alcohol moderation is driving India's zero-proof beverage market. Brands such as Sober and Catwalk are expanding product portfolios and distribution, though profitability remains challenged by rising costs and competition.
4 min read2 Jul 2026Liquor prices to change in Karnataka: States where buying booze is still costly, and where alcohol is cheap
Karnataka recently rolled out a draft policy to alter the taxation structure on liquor sold in the state. The policy proposes taxing liquor based on the actual volume of alcohol it contains.
2 min read22 Apr 2026Karnataka draft liquor policy explained: Budget booze to be costly, premium spirits cheaper, says Nomura report
Karnataka draft liquor policy: What is the proposed taxation structure, how is it different from the current excise policy, and how much will prices of liquor increase in the state? Let’s take a quick look.
2 min read22 Apr 2026Why did United Spirits, Radico Khaitan and other liquor stocks gain up to 7% despite stock market crash? Explained
Liquor stocks surged up to 8% after Karnataka's government announced a shift to global taxation and deregulation of alcohol pricing in its state budget. The new excise structure, effective April 2026, will modernize the framework and enhance transparency, targeting alcohol content for taxation.
1 min read6 Mar 2026As EU wines get cheaper, Fratelli braces for a tougher fight on Indian shelves
As India opens its wine market to Europe, Fratelli Vineyards' founder warns of tougher competition from imported wines. The company will focus on premium products, with a notable growth in its luxury portfolio and plans for a vineyard hospitality venture.
4 min read12 Feb 2026Brewed overseas, rooted in India: The rise of diaspora alcohol brands
From Dublin to Boston, Vancouver to Warsaw, diaspora founders are creating a new class of alcoholic beverages, inspired by India, shaped by restaurant tables and made for the global palate.
9 min read25 Jan 2026Can premium products continue to keep Radico Khaitan stock in high spirits?
One of the first Indian liquor companies to shift towards premium products, Radico Khaitan has seen its stock surge nearly 600% over the past five years. Can it continue to ride the wave?
6 min read16 Dec 2025Grape camp: Where wine lovers pay big bucks to do hard labor
Harvest season in California’s wine country is draining, and intoxicating, work. That’s exactly what these “campers” signed up for.
4 min read27 Oct 2025Festive spirits at risk in Telangana as state's liquor dues pile up
Top alcoholic beverage industry bodies have called on the Telangana state government to urgently clear ₹3,151 crore of dues to suppliers, warning that further delays could severely disrupt liquor supply and destabilize the state’s alcohol market ahead of the festive season.
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