Radico Khaitan Continues Global Momentum with Eight Brands in Drinks International`s Millionaires` Club 2026
Radico Khaitan Ltd., one of India's leading homegrown alcobev companies, has strengthened its position on the global stage with eight brands featuring in Drinks International's Millionaires’ Club 2026 rankings, placing the company joint third globally by the number of millionaire brands.
The latest rankings highlight the growing strength of Indian spirits worldwide, with Radico Khaitan recording notable performances across brandy, whisky, vodka and rum categories.
Leading the list is Old Admiral Brandy, which registered an impressive 147.7% growth to reach 10.9 million cases, making it the fastest-growing spirit brand globally. The brand also secured the top position in the global brandy category, reflecting its growing popularity among consumers.
Magic Moments Vodka continued its upward trajectory, crossing 8.2 million cases and recording 15.5% growth. The brand is now ranked as the fifth-largest vodka brand globally, further strengthening its position in one of the world's most competitive spirit categories.
Radico Khaitan's whisky portfolio also delivered a strong performance. 8PM Whisky, After Dark Whisky, and 8PM Premium Black were featured among the world's leading whisky brands. Among them, After Dark Whisky stood out with 87.5% growth, earning the distinction of being the second fastest-growing whisky brand globally and the fifth fastest-growing spirit brand worldwide. Morpheus Brandy, Contessa Rum and 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum also continued to feature in the Millionaires' Club rankings, highlighting the sustained strength of Radico Khaitan's brands across diverse spirit categories.
Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Kunal Madan, Chief Marketing Officer at Radico Khaitan Ltd., said: "These rankings are particularly meaningful because they reflect consumer acceptance and brand strength at a global level. Having eight brands featured in the Millionaires’ Club and being ranked among the top global companies by number of millionaire brands is a proud moment for us and for the Indian spirits industry. The strong performances of Old Admiral, Magic Moments and After Dark demonstrate the growing appeal of our brands across markets and consumer segments. As we continue to expand our international footprint, our focus remains on building brands that combine quality, innovation and authenticity while responding to evolving consumer preferences around the world."
The recognition comes at a time when Indian spirits are increasingly earning global attention for their quality, scale and innovation. For Radico Khaitan, the rankings reinforce the strength of its multi-category portfolio and the company's ability to build brands that resonate with consumers across geographies.
As consumer preferences continue to evolve and premiumisation gains momentum across markets, Radico Khaitan remains focused on sustaining this growth trajectory through product innovation, strengthened market presence and a deep understanding of changing consumer needs. The company will continue investing in its brands and expanding its reach, with the aim of delivering relevant and differentiated offerings to consumers while further elevating India's presence in the global spirits landscape.
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