Archive · 2 Aug 2026
Lion Brewery Re‑enters India with Premium Beer
Lion Brewery, a British company that made beer a long time ago, is coming back to India after more than 60 years.
They are selling fancy beers called Island Lager and Pale Ale in Delhi.
They work with a local company called Copperdrop Spirits to bring the beer to India.
India’s beer market is growing fast, especially the fancy, high‑quality kinds.
Lion thinks its old‑school style and good taste will appeal to Indian drinkers who want new, better beers.
Lion Brewery Co. re‑enters India after 60+ years, launching premium beer in Delhi.
The company partners with Copperdrop Spirits as exclusive importer and plans to expand to Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.
Island Lager and Pale Ale are now sold in 330 ml bottles, with more formats expected.
Lion targets India’s premium beer market, which is growing over 40% annually.
The launch reflects India’s $4.5 billion beer market and a strong premiumisation trend.
- Who
- Lion Brewery Co., Will Julius, Rohan Khare, Copperdrop Spirits
- What
- Re‑entering India with premium beer products
- When
- August 2, 2024
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To tap into India’s rapidly growing premium beer segment
- Company
- Lion Brewery Co.
- Market Entry
- Delhi, India
- Partner
- Copperdrop Spirits
- Products
- Island Lager, Pale Ale
- Market Growth
- Over 40% annually
- Market Size
- $4.5 billion (2023)