ABD Maestro Wins 'Distiller of the Year' at Icons of Whisky India Awards 2026
ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the super-premium and luxury spirits subsidiary of Allied Blenders & Distillers (ABD), has secured the prestigious title of 'Distiller of the Year' at the Icons of Whisky India Awards 2026. The recognition, announced on April 16, 2026, marks a significant milestone for the company, which is celebrating its first anniversary with a diverse portfolio of ten brands spanning multiple distinct categories and expressions.The 15th edition of the Icons of Whisky Awards, held in Gurugram, celebrated excellence across the Indian whisky industry. The accolades serve as an international benchmark for innovation, craftsmanship, and leadership in the alcoholic beverage sector. For ABD Maestro, the win is noteworthy as it positions the company as the only Indian entrant to receive this honour alongside six other international players on a global stage hosted in India.
Adding to the major win, the ARTHAUS Blended Malt Scotch Whisky was also recognized as the 'Campaign Innovator of the Year.' This award acknowledged the brand's effective approach to engaging India's premium Scotch consumer and solidifying its position within a highly competitive market segment.
Speaking on the recognition, Bikram Basu, Managing Director of ABD Maestro, emphasized the evolving nature of India’s market. "India's super premium whisky landscape is evolving fast with consumers showing a clear preference for globally benchmarked expressions. ABD Maestro, just 1 year old, being named 'Distiller of the Year' at Icons of Whisky and the only Indian company to be honoured in this category alongside international players is a defining milestone," Basu stated. He added that the achievement reflects the company's strong commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and innovation.
The 'Distiller of the Year' title affirms ABD Maestro's growing role in shaping the country's super-premium and luxury spirits landscape. The company continues to focus on global quality benchmarks and curated brand experiences, strengthening its standing as a key player driving India's emergence on the global whisky map.
ABD Maestro Portfolio and Operations
ABD Maestro Private Limited is a super-premium and luxury spirits company and a subsidiary of Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited, which is noted as the largest domestic Spirits company in India based on annual sales volumes. The portfolio of ABD Maestro includes The Collective Limited Edition, Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, Aodh Irish Whiskey, Woodburns Contemporary Indian Malt Whisky, Yello Designer Whisky, Zoya Special Batch Gin and its flavors, Rangeela Contemporary Indian Vodka, Pumori Small Batch Gin and Pink Gin, Segredo Aldeia Café, and White Rums.Furthermore, through its partnership with Roust Corporation, the company has introduced Russian Standard Vodka to the Indian market across three distinct segments: Original, Gold, and Platinum.
ABDL Stock Price Movement
Shares of Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited are edging higher to ₹519.7 as of 10:36 AM today, rallying by 0.49% in live trading. The stock remains highly active in the session, with 95,122 shares traded so far.Source:
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