The ruling AIADMK, which returned to power last year promising “phased prohibition” in Tamil Nadu, is not happy with the shutting down of the state-run Tasmac liquor shops. Widespread protests for prohibition which rocked Tamil Nadu a few years ago, Read More
Dates on the wine lovers’ calendar
We always try to find an excuse to drink wine, but there are actually certail international days to celebrate specific wines. Some of these dates are celebrated world over by the wine lovers while some are just made up by Read More
May 2017
HC summons records for country liquor licenses granted by Maywati & Akhilesh Govts
High Court of Lucknow has summoned the record of all licences granted for sale of country liquor in UP by the Mayawati and Akhilesh government in the past nine years. The High Court has also taken cognizance of the accusation that “shell Read More
Fernando Bustamante new CEO of Mahou India
Mahou India, a 100% subsidiary of Mahou San Miguel, has appointed Fernando Bustamante as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Fernando has been working with Mahou San Miguel since 1991 in several capacities, and has spent the last 26 years holding Read More
Why pop a painkiller when beer can do the job
Two pints of beer is more effective pain relief than paracetamol, apparently. Researchers from the University of Greenwich have found that drinking a couple of pints of beer can be a more effective at reducing pain than taking actual painkillers. Read More
UP to ban liquor shops near schools & colonies
Uttar Pradesh will soon have a new excise policy under which no liquor shops would be allowed along highways, near educational institutions or religious places and in densely populated areas. This was announced by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at the Read More
Diageo reveals 2017 Special Release whisky collection
Diageo has unveiled nine of the 10 whiskies to be launched as part of its 2017 Special Releases six months early, a series it calls ‘the worst kept secret in malts’. Diageo Special Releases, the annual collection of limited edition Read More
Kingfisher Storm to counter Carlsberg
United Breweries is relying on its latest strong brew, Kingfisher Storm, to wean away customers from rival Carlsberg that has steadily gained 15% market share over the past five years. Storm will directly compete with Carlsberg Elephant, Tuborg Strong, and Read More
USL licenses economy brands to local bottlers
United Spirits (USL) has started licensing out economy brands such as Bagpiper whisky and Celebration rum to regional bottlers in return for annual royalty payments, according to media reports. The reports said USL is offering the big volume brands on Read More