Drickle funding has reached a significant milestone with the Bengaluru-based coffee-first beverage QSR brand successfully raising close to ₹6 crore in a seed funding round. This crucial capital injection marks a key step in the company's ambitious growth trajectory. Bengaluru-based coffee-first beverage QSR brand Drickle has successfully raised close to ₹6 crore in a seed …
As the APAC food and beverage industry gears up for 2026, several significant regulatory shifts are poised to reshape business operations and strategies. Companies must navigate evolving compliance landscapes, from stricter certification mandates to changing nutritional and tax policies, to remain competitive and compliant with APAC food beverage regulation. As the food and beverage industry …
The Lake International rebranding marks a decisive transformation as the company evolves from AECI Food & Beverage into a fully independent and unified African food and beverage ingredient player. By bringing together legacy businesses such as Lake Foods, Infigro, and Southern Canned Products under a single identity, the Lake International rebranding has streamlined operations, strengthened …
The launch of Prada Infusion de Santal Chai has ignited a firestorm of discussion, with the luxury fashion house's latest fragrance drawing mixed reactions from consumers and critics alike. Debuting globally on January 5th, this new addition to the Les Infusions de Prada line promised a winter-ready scent inspired by India's cherished drink, but has …
Ochre Spirits has announced its entry into Maharashtra, a state that is rapidly evolving as a significant market for premium alcohol in India. This strategic move is poised to reshape the company’s growth trajectory, with Maharashtra expected to contribute over 25% to its consolidated portfolio within the next three years, tapping into India’s premium spirits …
Nara Thai India, by Aditya Birla New Age Hospitality opens its first North India outpost in Gurugram. Bangkok’s most celebrated and Michelin-recognised Thai dining institution brings its legacy to India with this launch. Today, Nara Thai spans 35 restaurants across Asia and the Middle East, with its flagship market earning Michelin Guide recognition. Together with the wider …
Crazy Cock Indian Single Malt Whisky unveils Madhuca: The Heritage Editions, the world’s first single malt finished in Mahura casks, marking a new chapter in contemporary Indian luxury. Created at South Seas Distilleries, the crafters of India’s oldest single malts this collection represents a rare meeting of heritage, design and innovation. It is an invitation to rediscover Indian …
Karan Tacker’s Goonda announced the launch of its new 750 ml bottle. Building on the steady success of the 180 ml variant, the new 750 ml format will be available across Goa, Mumbai and Pune. Production capacity and early market traction Goonda estimates that the annual production capacity of agave spirit in India is approx. 3 to …
India’s premium spirits landscape enters a new era with the debut of TIGERFIRE, a super-premium artisan-crafted vodka in France and built through the personal involvement of Sanjay Dutt and Paresh Ghelani. Already established in the United States across premium outlets, curated retailers, and high-end restaurants, TIGERFIRE enters India with global validation and a reputation for craftsmanship, design …
DeVANS’s GianChand Manshaa, the peated Indian Single Malt from Jammu adds yet another feather to its illustrious cap, clinching the prestigious Gold Medal at the Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025, Belgium, becoming the sole Indian single malt to claim this elite honour at the competition. Crafted by climate, water, and decades of expertise The …
