India has huge tax tariffs and a labyrinthine bureaucracy. At the moment most Indian whisky drinkers have to raise a second mortgage to get their hands on a decent bottle of scotch...
India comes in from the cold
Indian whisky producers are becoming increasingly confident as drinkers recognise the spirits for their quality. now, says Dominic Roskrow, they’re set to take the next step up.
Indian whisky
Slowly – very slowly – but surely, the various strands that make up the Indian whisky market are coming together. Could the sub-continent make a significant contribution to world whisky? asks Dominic Roskrow
Indian Whisky: Country at a Crossroads
Diageo’s purchase of Indian drinks group United Spirits once again puts the spotlight on a true sleeping giant. Dominic Roskrow on a divided sector
New Indian whiskies
Two single malt Indian whiskies were unveiled in London last night (May 14).
USL shareholders approve allotment of shares to Diageo
Diageo has announced shareholders of United Spirits Limited have approved the preferential allotment to Diageo, at a price of INR1440 per share, of new shares amounting to 10% of the post-issue enlarged share capital of USL.
Diageo to buy 27.4% stake in United Spirits
Diageo plc, United Breweries (Holdings) Limited and United Spirits Limited have announced agreements under which Diageo would acquire a 27.4% stake in USL, the leading spirits company in India.
Last night Indian whisky producer, John Distilleries, unveiled its first single cask whisky in London recently.
Seven Islands Vintage, a Scottish Indian whisky
Seven Islands Vintage is described as a luxury single malt scotch whisky bringing together the best of India and Scotland.