Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Indian single malt whisky reaches 5 lakh cases in 2025
Indian single malt whisky has grown a lot in the last few years.
In 2025, it reached about 5 lakh cases, which is a big increase.
Most of this growth is because of Indian brands like Amrut, Rampur, and Paul John.
These brands make up 92% of the market.
Foreign brands like Diageo and Pernod Ricard have a smaller share.
The prices of these whiskies range from ₹2,300 to ₹8,000.
People are liking Indian single malts more because of their good quality and unique taste.
There are also imported whiskies, which add up to 3.5 lakh cases, making the total market around 8.5 lakh cases.
This shows that Indians are really starting to enjoy premium whiskies.
Indian single malt whisky reached 5 lakh cases in 2025, a 22% growth.
Indian brands dominate with 92% market share, while foreign brands hold 7%.
Prices range from ₹2,300 to ₹8,000 for different types of Indian single malts.
Imported single malts account for 3.5 lakh cases, making the total market 8.5 lakh cases.
The growth reflects rising consumer acceptance and premiumisation of the whisky market in India.
- Who
- Indian and foreign whisky brands
- What
- Growth of Indian single malt whisky market
- When
- 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- Rising consumer acceptance and premiumisation of the whisky market
Domestic Dominance
Foreign Influence
Market Share
Domestic Dominance
Indian companies dominate with 92% market share.
Foreign Influence
Foreign brands hold 7% market share.
Growth and Investment
Domestic Dominance
Indian brands drive growth with new entrants and increased production.
Foreign Influence
Foreign companies invest in Indian-origin single malts.
- Total Cases in 2025
- 5 lakh (4.65 lakh by Indian brands, 35,000 by foreign brands)
- Growth Rate
- 22% in 2025, 43% cumulative over two years
- Price Range
- ₹2,300 to ₹8,000
- Imported Single Malt Volumes
- 3.5 lakh cases
- Overall Market Size
- 8.5 lakh cases
