Radico Khaitan's Godawan, Rampur single malts win top honors at 2026 Bartender Spirits Awards
Indian single malts and blends from Radico Khaitan (Godawan, Rampur, Royal Ranthambore) and Cheers Group (Kadamba, Three Monkeys) took top awards, with premium pricing from ₹1,360 to ₹9,500 and export traction underscoring the rise of homegrown whiskey.
What happened
Indian single malts and blends from Radico Khaitan (Godawan, Rampur, Royal Ranthambore) and Cheers Group (Kadamba, Three Monkeys) won top honors at 2026
Key facts
- ₹5,400
- ₹6,500-₹9,500
- ₹2,700-₹6,300
- ₹1,400
- ₹1,360
- ₹8,379
- ₹1,610
- ₹370
- 95 points
Why this matters
The maturing homegrown malt segment—led by Radico Khaitan and challengers like Cheers Group—signals partnership, distribution, and acquisition opportunities in premium Indian spirits before valuations climb.
What to watch
- Q1-Q2 export volume and realization data from Radico Khaitan filings
- New premium Indian single malt launches or price hikes above ₹9,500
- Duty-free and international retailer listing announcements
- Margin/ASP commentary in next earnings call
- Competitor award wins signaling category saturation
- Radico leverages award scores in POS, on-pack neckers, and duty-free displays within one quarter
- Expand allocation to premium on-trade (luxury bars, hotels) to build aspirational demand
- Pursue additional export listings citing 95-point Godawan 02 score
- Competitors (Amrut, Piccadily, Cheers) fast-track their own premium launches and award submissions