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Tilaknagar Industries Ltd. (TI) has received significant recognition from FinanceAsia's Best Companies in Asia awards. The company earned a Bronze Medal for Best Managed Company in India and a Silver Medal in the Consumer Staples category, highlighting its strong management practices and consistent performance.
These awards coincide with key business milestones. TI's premium brand, Mansion House, surpassed 10 million cases in sales during the fiscal year 2026. Additionally, Imperial Blue whisky, acquired in late 2025, recorded sales of approximately 22.4 million nine-litre cases for the year ended March 2025.
The FinanceAsia recognition underscores TI's strategic direction and disciplined growth in the competitive Indian spirits market. A key strategic move was the Rs 3,442 crore acquisition of the Imperial Blue whisky business from Pernod Ricard India in December 2025. This deal significantly expands TI's portfolio and strengthens its position in the prestige whisky segment, advancing its focus on premium brands.
TI also has a history of defending its brand rights, with a Supreme Court ruling upholding its exclusive rights to brands like Mansion House and Savoy Club in India.
Looking ahead, the successful integration of the Imperial Blue business to achieve expected results is a key focus. The company operates in a highly competitive Indian alcoholic beverage market, facing major players such as United Spirits (part of Diageo), Radico Khaitan, and Allied Blenders and Distillers, which previously owned Imperial Blue. Globus Spirits and other companies in the broader sector also represent competition.
TI must also manage risks related to past regulatory scrutiny. This includes historical mentions in chargesheets concerning the Andhra Pradesh liquor scam, a matter the company denies involves official communication. Past auditor qualified opinions also represent areas requiring continued attention.