GENERAL Crown Holdings Breaks Ground On $550 Mn Beverage Can Plant In UP

Crown Holdings, Inc. has broken ground on its first beverage can manufacturing facility in India, at Unnao in Uttar Pradesh, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion into one of the world’s fastest-growing beverage markets. Announced in April 2026, the state-of-the-art facility represents an investment of $550 million and will feature two production lines […]

CW Bureau · Sep 12, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Allied Blenders Relaunches Officer’s Choice Blue With Premium Packaging

Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd (ABD), a leading spirits company, has unveiled a refreshed avatar of Officer’s Choice Blue, one of its established whisky brands. The relaunch features premium packaging and a refreshed visual identity, aimed at strengthening the brand’s position in the Premium & Above (P&A) segment. New design highlights brand legacy Blended with […]

CW Bureau · Sep 1, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG United Breweries Expands Heineken Silver Brand To Three More States

United Breweries Ltd, part of the Heineken company, has expanded Heineken Silver across Kerala, Odisha and Madhya Pradesh, building on the brand’s momentum in markets where it is already available. The expansion comes amid growing consumer demand for premium and international beer experiences, with consumers increasingly seeking products that combine quality, refreshment and distinctive taste. […]

CW Bureau · Aug 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG ABD Forays Into Malaysia With Local Production Of Officer’s Choice Blue

Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd (ABD), a leading spirits company, has forayed into Malaysia through local production of Officer’s Choice Blue. This marks ABD’s first overseas local production arrangement as it seeks to deepen its presence across international markets through disciplined, asset-light growth models. ABD currently exports to 39 international markets and has expanded its […]

CW Bureau · Aug 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Monika Alcobev Partners Angostura To Expand Premium Spirits Portfolio

Monika Alcobev, a leading importer and distributor of premium alcoholic beverages, has entered into a strategic partnership with Angostura to import, distribute and market the Caribbean brand’s portfolio across key Indian markets. The rollout will begin in Maharashtra and Delhi, followed by a phased expansion to other states. Premium portfolio The partnership brings Angostura’s premium […]

CW Bureau · Jul 27, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG ABDL Bets on Premiumisation, Capacity Expansion for Growth

Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd. (ABDL), one of the India’s leading spirits companies, plans to drive growth through premiumisation, portfolio diversification, distribution expansion and capacity augmentation as it seeks to strengthen its position in the Indian and overseas spirits markets. The company said its focus in FY27 would remain on expanding its Prestige & Above […]

CW Bureau · Jun 12, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Radico Khaitan Relaunches After Dark Blue Whisky In New Avatar In UP

Radico Khaitan Ltd., an alcoholic beverages manufacturer, has unveiled a refreshed premium packaging for its After Dark Blue Grain Whisky as it seeks to strengthen the brand’s appeal among aspirational consumers amid growing premiumisation in the Indian spirits market. The company said the redesigned packaging reflects evolving consumer preferences and contemporary design trends while retaining […]

CW Bureau · Jun 12, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG ICONiQ White Named World’s Fastest Growing Millionaire Whisky Brand

Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd. (ABD) ICONiQ White Whisky has been recognised as the world’s fastest growing millionaire whisky brand for the third consecutive year in Drinks International’s Millionaires’ Club 2026 report. ICONiQ White topped the global Fastest Growing Whiskies ranking and emerged as the second fastest growing spirits brand across all categories worldwide. Strong […]

CW Bureau · Jun 11, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG ABD Maestro Expands Zoya Portfolio With Launch Of Pink Mix Berries Gin

ABD Maestro Pvt Ltd, the super-premium and luxury spirits arm of Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd, has expanded its Zoya Gin portfolio with the launch of Zoya Pink Mix Berries Gin in Maharashtra. Riding premiumisation trend The launch comes amid strong momentum in India’s premium spirits segment, driven by a younger generation of consumers increasingly […]

CW Bureau · Apr 9, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Camikara Puts Indian Rum On Global Map With Top Awards In UK And US

Over the past decade, Indian single malt whisky has transformed the country’s reputation in global spirits, challenging long-established whisky regions and earning international acclaim. Now it is the turn of Camikara to hog the limelight as the world’s best Indian rum, beating global rum brands. In a landmark moment for Indian spirits, Camikara, India’s first […]

CW Bureau · Mar 12, 2026