Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd has approved an investment of up to Rs 115 crore through its subsidiary, Minakshi Agro Industries LLP (MAILLP), to establish a malt distillery-cum-maturation facility in Aurangabad, Maharashtra.
The proposed facility is expected to have an annual production capacity of approximately 3 million bulk litres and is targeted for commissioning by the third quarter of FY28.
ABDL Plans Entry into Single Malt Whisky
The investment will support ABDL’s planned entry into the provenance-led single malt whisky category, as the company seeks to strengthen its position in the premium spirits market.
According to the company, the investment is part of its long-term strategy to expand and strengthen its premium spirits portfolio by entering the single malt whisky segment.
The move comes amid growing consumer interest in premium and luxury spirits in India, with Indian single malt brands gaining increasing visibility among consumers.
New Malt Distillery and Maturation Facility
The proposed Aurangabad project will include both a malt distillery and maturation warehouse, providing dedicated infrastructure for the production and ageing of single malt whisky.
With an estimated capacity of around 3 million bulk litres per year, the facility is expected to significantly expand ABDL’s manufacturing capabilities in the premium spirits category.
The project is scheduled to be commissioned by Q3 FY28, subject to the completion of construction, installation and other project requirements.
Additional Rs 10 Crore Investment Approved
In addition to the Rs 115 crore investment for the new single malt facility, ABDL has approved a further capital contribution of up to Rs 10 crore for previously approved projects under MAILLP.
The additional investment is intended to address cost overruns associated with a bottling unit and a distillery.
The company stated that higher prices of key metals have contributed to the increase in project costs. The planned work will also include a marginal expansion of the bottling hall and mezzanine area to accommodate longer automated bottling lines.
Expanding Its Premium Spirits Portfolio
ABDL, the company behind brands including Officer’s Choice, has an established presence in the Indian spirits industry and also operates in international markets.
According to the company filing, ABDL currently exports its products to 39 countries.
The planned investment in single malt whisky represents a strategic move to diversify ABDL’s portfolio and increase its presence in the premium end of the spirits market.
The proposed Aurangabad facility will provide the company with dedicated production and maturation infrastructure for single malt whisky, supporting its long-term ambitions in the premium spirits category.
As consumer demand for premium Indian spirits continues to evolve, ABDL’s entry into single malt whisky adds another significant development to the country’s expanding premium beverage landscape.
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