Indian single malts hit ~5 lakh cases in 2025, with domestic makers claiming 92% share
Indian-made single malt whisky sales rose about 22% to nearly 5 lakh nine-litre cases in 2025, according to CIABC. Domestic producers led the segment, while the total Indian and imported single-malt market reached roughly 8.5 lakh cases.
Indian-made single malt whisky reached about 5 lakh cases in 2025, up 22%, with domestic producers holding an estimated 92% share. Imported and local single malts together formed an 8.5 lakh-case market, reflecting premiumisation in Indian spirits.
Why this matters
The increase builds on the recent signal that Indian single-malt demand has outstripped supply as sales surged sixfold since 2020, showing continued growth while domestic producers retain segment leadership.
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