Kadamba Bags "Emerging Brand of the Year" Award: Celebrate International Whisky Day

Celebrating excellence: Kadamba is on an award-winning journey. Kadamba Single-Malt Whisky has secured prestigious accolades from three of the world’s foremost industry publications. Among them is Ambrosia, Asia-Pacific’s oldest and most widely circulated magazine, which awarded Kadamba Single-Malt Whisky the title of “Emerging Brand of the Year” during a recent illustrious awards ceremony. Enjoy Kadamba on up-coming International Whisky Day celebrated annually on March 27th every year.

These accolades not only honor the rich heritage of the Kadamba dynasty, from which the whisky draws its name and symbolizes the Golden Age of Goa, but also firmly establish India as a producer of world-class single-malt whiskies.

The award-winning Kadamba's Signature Expression started as a single malt whisky in Goa's sunlit beaches under The Cheers Group's production leadership. The Cheers Group manufactures this product through a double-distillation method before aging the whisky in bourbon sherry and virgin American oak casks which results in a distinct complex full-bodied taste. The combination of tropical fruits and oaky vanilla aromas led to recognition as the "Best Indian Single Malt Whisky" while placing it among the top whisky selections of India.

"The awards at Indspirit 2025 serve as a testament to the dedication and expertise of our team, who strive tirelessly to produce Single-malt whiskies that encapsulate the spirit of India. It pushes us to continue to innovate, to challenge the modern world of single malt whiskies and to share our amazing Indian single malt whiskies with those around the world," 

Ashwin Balivada CEO of Cheers group who mastered Business Management from Cambridge University UK.

Crowned with gold medals and global recognition for its exceptional quality, craftsmanship and elegant design Kadamba Single-malt whisky has achieved rare gold medals across the collection. From prestigious accolades at USA competitions to triumphs at securing Gold for ‘Best Bottle Design’, ultimately earning the prestigious title of Global Winner for ‘Best Indian Single-malt Bottle Design’. Kadamba continues to redefine luxury solidifying their status as leaders in the luxury-spirits industry.

"These accolades are a testament to our dedication to quality, innovation, and the art of Indian Single-malt whisky making. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who have supported us on this extraordinary journey," 

Dr. Mohan Krishna Balivada, founder of Cheers group and World’s first alco-bev marketing Doctorate.

The global branded business valuation and strategy consultancy firms put emerging world’s top brands to the valuation test. They evaluate to determine which are the most powerful and the most valuable by country, by industry. Cheers group with over 120 brands in it's portfolio and climbing up the ranks with ultra-premium brands like Kadamba Single-malt, Three Monkeys Single-malt, Labrodog premium Scotch whiskies with double digit growth are valued at around INR 800 crores.

Acquisition, partnership with high-growth potential brands is the latest in a series of successful deals illustrating many Global giant's active portfolio management strategic plan “Transform & Accelerate” are vying to pickup stake in India's fast-growing luxury spirits conglomerate--Cheers group having bagged over 200 awards for its portfolio of world-class brands.

There’s a story to discover in every bottle of the best-selling Indian Single-malt whisky, reflecting the brand’s coastal heritage with rare 'Humidity Aging Process' and sophisticated flavors that celebrate Goa’s finest spirit to the world--Kadamba.

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