Mumbai, May 2026.
Allied
Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), one of the leading spirits companies in
India, has announced its audited financial results for the year FY26.
Performance Highlights of the Year:
·
Income from Operations at ₹3,949 crore higher by 11.5%
vs ₹3,541 crore in FY25
·
Highest ever annual EBITDA at ₹568 crore higher by25.8% vs
₹451 crorein FY25
·
Highest ever annual PAT at ₹220 crore higher by13.0%vs ₹195 crore in FY25
Performance
Highlights of the Quarter Q4 FY26:
·
7thconsecutive quarter of consistent profitable
performance post listing
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Income from Operations at ₹1,020 crore,up9.1%
vs ₹935 crore in Q4FY25
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Highest ever quarter EBITDA of₹182 crore,up21.2%vs ₹150 crore in Q4FY25
·
Highest ever quarter EBITDA margin at 17.9%, up
179bps vs 16.1% in Q4FY25
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PAT at ₹38
crore, down 52.1% vs ₹79 crore in
Q4FY25
Commenting on the results, Alok Gupta, Managing
Director of ABD, stated, “FY26 stands out as a defining year for ABD, marked by record annual
profits and our second consecutive year of consistent quarterly performance
post-listing. This success is driven by the accelerated growth of our P&A
portfolio, build-up of our luxury portfolio and disciplined cost management.Another
landmark achievement is ICONiQ White crossing the 10-million-case milestone.
Our strategic investments in strengthening our manufacturing backbone will
further enhance supply chain efficiencies, ensuring that ABD remains agile and
marginaccretive.With this strong foundation, we are now entering a transformative
next phase of growth, centered on scaling our market presence and driving market
sharesas we enter the new financial year.”
Board Recommends Dividend
The Board of
Directors has recommended a Dividend of 270% which is ₹ 5.4 per Equity share of
₹ 2/- each (fully paid-up) for the Financial Year FY26 for the approval of the
Shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company.
Performance Review for Q4FY26 and Recent Developments:
1)
Prestige&Above(P&A) Portfolio: ContinuedAcceleratedPremiumization
·
Delivered
9.3 million cases in Q4FY26, up 8.7% YoY from 8.5 million cases in Q4FY25,
driven by strong growth of 20.5% YoY in P&A category.
·
P&A
segment continued to strengthen, with volume salience rising to 47.0% in Q4FY26
vs 42.4% inQ4FY25) and value salience improving to 57.7% in Q4FY26 vs 51.6% in Q4FY25).
·
The
world’s fastest-growing Millionaire Spirits Brand (2023 & 2024), ICONiQ
Whitesurpassed the 10 mn cases milestone in Mar-26 and achieved 10.7 mn cases
in FY26, a growth of87.8% from 5.7mn cases in FY25.Sustaining strong momentum across
markets and steadily expanding overseas,fast becoming the go-to choice for
India’s newest generation of consumers entering the legal-drinking-age segment.
2)
Luxury Portfolio Expansion (ABD
Maestro)
·
‘The Collective’ Limited Edition 34-Year-Old Single Malt: Introduced in February 2026, ‘The
Collective’ is ABD Maestro’s ultra luxury limited edition—a rare 34-year-old
Speyside single malt distilled in 1991at Macallan Distillery, released as 60
hand-crafted, individually numbered bottles, priced at ₹11 lakh each in
Maharashtra.The launch has witnessed a strong response, with 50%+ of the
edition already secured through pre-orders and sales.
·
Zoya Pink: Launched
in April 2026 as a vibrant extension of super-premium Zoya gin portfolio, Zoya
Pink strengthens the brand’s contemporary positioning and targets premium
consumers through occasion-led serves.Following its launch in Maharashtra, a
phased rollout is planned across key markets in India.
3) Broadening Horizons: Expanding
International Markets
·
ABD
has expanded its international presence to 36 countries in FY26, up from 23
countries in FY25.
·
The
latest Millionaire Brand in our portfolio – ICONiQ White has been launched in 9countries.
·
Our
Super-Premium to Luxury portfolio brands Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch Whisky and
Zoya gin are available in UAE,New Zealand, Ivory Coast and Rwanda.
4)
Approval of Acquisition of equity stake in KION for an
investment of up to ₹45 crore:
In March 2026, the Company announced the
acquisition of up to 50% equity stake in Kion Blenders Industries Private
Limited (“KION”). KION is setting up a 66 MLPA dual‑mode distillery at
Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradeshwith a total investment of ~₹ 300 crore,which
is expected to be commissioned by Q4FY28.The proposed acquisition is aimed at
strengthening backward integration, improving supply chain efficiencies and
strengthening the Company’s manufacturing presence in one of its key markets.
5)
Key Awards and Recognitions:
·
Icons of Whisky India Awards 2026:ABD
Maestro Private Limited was awarded ‘Distiller of the Year’ at the 15thIcons
of Whisky India Awards 2026, in recognition of its sustained excellence in
distilling, innovation, and quality consistency across its premium and super‑premium
spirits portfolio. Additionally, ARTHAUS Blended Malt Scotch Whisky was
recognized as “Campaign Innovator of the Year” for its approach in engaging
India’s premium Scotch consumer and its positioning within one of the
category’s most competitive segments.
·
London Spirits Competition 2026:ABD Maestro
achieved significant success at the London Spirits Competition 2026, securing
three Gold Medals for Zoya Special Batch Gin, Zoya Espresso Coffee Gin, and Woodburns
Contemporary Indian Malt Whisky. Additionally, Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch
Whisky, Pumori Small Batch Gin, Rangeela Contemporary Indian Vodka, Zoya Watermelon
Gin, and SegredoAldeia White Rum received awards, reflecting the consistency
and quality of the super‑premium portfolio. Further, the Company’s millionaire brands—Sterling
Reserve B7 Whisky, ICONiQ White Whisky alongwith Golden Mist Brandy, and Kyron
Brandyalso secured multiple accolades, underlining the breadth of ABD’s
portfolio and its growing international recognition across categories.