The dominance of Indian single malt is being seen all over the world.
A few years ago, whenever there was talk of premium whiskey, only the names of foreign brands came to mind. Now times have changed. India’s single malt whiskey has made such a name for itself in the world that there is no bar or liquor shop in the world where there is no demand for India’s single malt. All the brands of the world have surrendered before India’s single malts. There is no liquor award in the world which has not been won by India’s Single Malts. The biggest reason for this is quality and class. On the basis of which India’s single malts have failed the world’s branded whiskey companies on all fronts. Let us also tell you which are those single malts which have brought glory to India at the global level.
These single malts made a splash in foreign countries
Devans Gyan Chand Pomp and Desire: Adambara won the title of Best Indian Single Malt and Best Indian Whiskey at the International Whiskey Competition (IWC) held in Las Vegas. On the other hand, Mansha was awarded the International Whiskey of the Year at the International Spirits Awards (ISW) in Germany.
Indri-Trini Dru: Known for its strong cask-strength profile, this whiskey won Best World Whiskey at the Miami Global Spirit Awards 2025 and Gold Award at the International Spirits Challenge.
Paul John: Known as The Great Indian Single Malt, Paul John has received prestigious honors like Best Indian Single Malt, Best Asian Whiskey and Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Godavan: Godavan, one of India’s most awarded single malts, has received more than 85 international awards so far. Which also includes the Single Malt Whiskey of the Year of London Spirits Competition 2024.
Special features of Indian alcohol market
- Revenue: It is expected to reach Rs 5,30,000 crore (about billion dollars) in the financial year 2026 with 8-10 percent growth.
- Why will there be a rise: Urbanization, increase in disposable income, growing middle/high income group and inclination towards premium products.
- Demand for premium products: Sales of luxury spirits priced above Rs 1,000 are expected to increase by 15 per cent, which will increase overall revenue.
- Increase in volume: It is estimated at 5-6%, however, due to high taxes, the volume growth of spirits may remain modest.
- Dominance of Spirits: Spirits have 65-70 percent share in the market, the remaining share is from beer, wine and country liquor.
Alcohol market in India
India’s alcohol market is all set to take off in the year 2026. According to estimates, the revenue can reach approximately Rs 5.3 lakh crore (about 62 billion dollars). The market is gaining momentum due to strong 8-10 percent revenue growth (FY2026), increasing demand for premium products, rising disposable income and increase in the drinking population. However, challenges like fragmentation of state regulations and fluctuations in input costs are also affecting the market. Spirits remain dominant, but demand for premium and luxury products is increasing.