Indian alcohol brands are not just winning over the Indian consumers but also making waves on a global scale. The rise of homegrown alcohol brands signifies a significant transformation in the Indian alcohol industry. Brands such as Jin Jiji, SBOOCH, and GinSin have recently won awards at international competitions, solidifying the reputation of Indian alcohol brands. Here’s how these brands are redefining the status of Indian alcohol worldwide.
Indian Alcohol Brands Winning Big At International Awards
Jin Jiji
Indian gin brand Jin Jiji bagged an impressive achievement by scoring 98 points as well as a Gold Medal at the London Spirits Competition. This achievement made the brand the highest-rated gin this year globally. Not just that, it also won the title of the ‘Spirit of the Year’. The highly coveted title placed an Indian brand at the center stage and boosted its international recognition.
Over 500 brands from more than 30 countries were competing for this title, however, India’s Jin Jiji reigned supreme. This premium gin is known for its distinctive character that derives from carefully selected botanicals. You have botanicals such as Himalayan juniper, tulsi, and chamomile, which lend their diverse and distinct flavors, resulting in a complex and balanced flavor profile deeply connected to the Indian soil. The brand has managed to win big at other competitions like the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the International Wine and Spirit Competition.
SBOOCH
SBOOCH became the first Indian brand to win the title of the ‘Best Kombucha’ at the 2025 London Beer Awards. Take a sip of SBOOCH Kombucha and you’ll feel the essence of rasam. Yes, we aren’t kidding at all! The brand’s innovative rasam-flavoured Kombucha is what impressed the judges as it married the flavors of a traditional South Indian staple with the dose of probiotic goodness. The result? A delicious, fermented beverage loaded with probiotic benefits that also tastes like your ultimate comfort food.
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It competed against entries from 40 countries and stood out for its unique blend of authentic Indian flavors, appealing packaging, and health-oriented formulation. There is a significant shift in the way consumers consume beverages – more and more people are deciding to say goodbye to alcohol and focus on healthy, non-alcoholic beverages. SBOOCH Kombucha’s win in one of the categories in the functional and non-alcoholic beverages segment of the London Beer Awards stands out as a significant milestone in the Indian brewing industry. The win highlights how we can innovate and perfectly execute a novel idea, all while maintaining authenticity and world-class flavors.
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GinSin
GinSin London dry gin recently won not one but two international accolades, cementing its position on a global stage. The brand won two accolades at the World Gin Awards – ‘Best Indian Gin as a country winner and a Gold Medal in the Signature London dry gin category. The gin was among the many other global brands that were thoroughly evaluated for their taste, texture, innovation, and other factors.
GinSin London dry gin undergoes a meticulously designed distillation process to ensure the blend is smooth and lends a soft mouthfeel. The gin features notes of menthol, citrus, herbs, and of course, juniper that concludes with a warm, spicy finish. Overall, GinSin London dry gin is one of the several Indian alcohol brands that are not only offering a premium experience to consumers but also garnering international recognition.
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Summing Up
Indian brands are leaving no stone unturned when it comes to being innovative and extracting unique flavors true to the Indian soil. Be it GinSin London Dry Gin’s coveted wins at the World Gin Awards or SBOOCH Kombucha becoming the first Indian brand to win the ‘Best Kombucha’ award at the 2025 London Beer Awards, Indian alcohol brands are not stopping their global ascent anytime soon!
