Alcobrew Distilleries India Limited has officially joined the Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA), marking a significant step in the company’s entry into India’s fast-growing premium whisky segment. The announcement coincides with the launch of Gamber Valley Indian Single Malt Whisky, the company’s debut single malt expression crafted entirely at its Solan facility in Himachal Pradesh.

With this move, Alcobrew becomes part of a select group of Indian single malt producers under IMWA, an association established to define and uphold strict standards for authenticity, production, and quality in India’s malt whisky category. These standards require the use of 100% malted barley, copper pot distillation, and a minimum three-year maturation in oak barrels within India.

Gamber Valley Indian Single Malt Whisky, available in Private Edition 1 and Vault Series expressions—has been developed in full compliance with these guidelines, reinforcing its positioning as a provenance-driven Himalayan spirit.

Maj Gen (Dr) Rajesh Chopra, Director General of IMWA, welcomed the new member, noting that Alcobrew’s commitment to craft and authenticity aligns with the association’s mission to elevate Indian single malts on the global stage. He highlighted that the category is witnessing strong momentum, with Indian single malts increasingly gaining recognition both domestically and internationally.

Alcobrew joins established names such as Amrut Distilleries, John Distilleries, Radico Khaitan, Piccadily Agro Industries, and Diageo India within IMWA’s membership. Collectively, these producers represent a majority share of India’s single malt market, reflecting the rapid maturation of the segment.

The company’s Chairman and Managing Director, Romesh Pandita, described the IMWA membership as a commitment to quality and global ambition. He emphasised that Gamber Valley is rooted in Himalayan terroir and designed to meet international expectations of premium whisky craftsmanship.

Industry data indicates that Indian single malts have gained strong traction in recent years, with domestic brands surpassing imported Scotch in volume terms in 2024, accounting for more than half of total single malt case sales in India.

Alongside its commercial ambitions, Alcobrew reaffirmed its focus on responsible consumption and consumer education, aligning with IMWA’s broader advocacy for transparency and ethical practices in the spirits industry.

With its entry into IMWA and the launch of Gamber Valley, Alcobrew Distilleries positions itself within a rapidly evolving segment that is reshaping India’s identity in the global whisky landscape