
Allied Blenders and Distillers Achieves Highest Annual EBITDA and PAT in FY26
Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), a prominent spirits company in India, has announced its audited financial results for the fiscal year 2026. The company reported record annual performance, with EBITDA rising 25.8% and Profit After Tax (PAT) increasing 13.0% compared to the previous fiscal year.In a statement released on May 14, 2026, Allied Blenders provided a detailed overview of its consolidated financial performance for the fourth quarter (Q4FY26) and the full financial year (FY26).
Consolidated Financial Performance Snapshot
The financial results highlight significant year-over-year growth in key operational areas, although Total Income saw a slight decline.| Particulars | Q4FY26 | Q4FY25 | y-o-y | FY26 | FY25 | y-o-y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income | 1,922 | 1,949 | -1.4% | 7,597 | 8,094 | -6.1% |
| Income from Operations | 1,020 | 935 | 9.1% | 3,949 | 3,541 | 11.5% |
| EBITDA | 182 | 150 | 21.2% | 568 | 451 | 25.8% |
| EBITDA% | 17.9% | 16.1% | 179 bps | 14.4% | 12.7% | 163 bps |
| PAT* | 38 | 79 | -52.1% | 220 | 195 | 13.0% |
*Note: FY26 PAT is net of tax expenses (including interest) for earlier years of ₹45.45 crore.
Annual and Quarterly Highlights
ABD reported several major milestones for the year. The company recorded its highest ever annual EBITDA of ₹ 568 crore, marking a 25.8% increase from ₹ 451 crore in FY25. Similarly, the annual PAT reached a record ₹ 220 crore, up 13.0% from ₹ 195 crore in FY25.For the quarter ending March 31, 2026, the company achieved its highest ever quarter EBITDA of ₹ 182 crore, reflecting a 21.2% year-on-year increase. This performance marks the seventh consecutive quarter of consistent profitable operations following the company's listing.
Alok Gupta, Managing Director of ABD, commented on the results, stating that FY26 was a defining year for the company, driven by the accelerated growth of the P&A portfolio, the build-up of the luxury portfolio, and disciplined cost management.
Portfolio Expansion and Strategic Developments
The company reported strong performance across its segments and outlined several strategic initiatives:Prestige & Above (P&A) Portfolio:
The P&A segment demonstrated continued acceleration in premiumization. In Q4FY26, the portfolio delivered 9.3 million cases, up 8.7% year-on-year (YoY), fueled by a 20.5% YoY growth in the P&A category. The volume salience of the P&A segment rose to 47.0% in Q4FY26, and its value salience improved to 57.7% compared to 51.6% in Q4FY25. Notably, the brand ICONiQ White surpassed the 10-million-case milestone in March 2026, achieving 10.7 million cases in FY26, representing an 87.8% growth from 5.7 million cases in FY25.
Luxury Portfolio Expansion:
The luxury segment saw notable launches. 'The Collective,' an ultra luxury limited edition 34-Year-Old Single Malt, was introduced in February 2026. This rare Speyside single malt, distilled in 1991, was released in 60 hand-crafted, individually numbered bottles, priced at ₹11 lakh each in Maharashtra, with over 50% of the edition pre-sold. Additionally, Zoya Pink was launched in April 2026, extending the super-premium Zoya gin portfolio.
International Presence:
ABD expanded its global reach to 36 countries in FY26, up from 23 countries in FY25. The Millionaire Brand ICONiQ White has been launched in 9 countries. The Super-Premium to Luxury portfolio brands, Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch Whisky and Zoya gin, are now available in UAE, New Zealand, Ivory Coast, and Rwanda.
Acquisition Announcement:
The company also announced the acquisition of up to 50% equity stake in Kion Blenders Industries Private Limited (KION) in March 2026. KION is establishing a 66 MLPA dual-mode distillery in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, with a total investment of approximately ₹ 300 crore, expected to be commissioned by Q4FY28. This move aims to strengthen backward integration and improve supply chain efficiencies.
Board Recommends Dividend
The Board of Directors recommended a Dividend of 270%, equivalent to ₹ 5.4 per Equity share of ₹ 2/- each (fully paid-up), for the Financial Year FY26, for the approval of the Shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.Awards and Recognitions
The company received multiple industry accolades, including:- Icons of Whisky India Awards 2026: ABD Maestro Private Limited was named 'Distiller of the Year,' and ARTHAUS Blended Malt Scotch Whisky was recognized as 'Campaign Innovator of the Year.'
- London Spirits Competition 2026: Multiple products achieved success, including three Gold Medals for Zoya Special Batch Gin, Zoya Espresso Coffee Gin, and Woodburns Contemporary Indian Malt Whisky. Other award-winning products included Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, Pumori Small Batch Gin, Rangeela Contemporary Indian Vodka, Zoya Watermelon Gin, and Segredo Aldeia White Rum.
ABDL Stock Price Movement
On Thursday, Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited shares slipped by 1.63% to settle at ₹551.6, marking a noticeable retreat from previous levels. The stock experienced a total traded volume of 318,898 shares during the session.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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