Makers of Mansion House, Tilaknagar Industries Ltd. (TI) has marked its entry into the premium whisky category with the launch of Seven Islands Pure Malt Whisky. The launch marks a strategic expansion for TI, coming on the heels of its announcement of acquiring Imperial Blue, the world’s third largest-selling whisky brand. With this, the 90-year-old company establishes whisky as its second major growth pillar alongside its footprint in brandy.
Whisky accounted for about 66 per cent of total spirits consumed in 2024, according to IWSR. By volume, Indian whisky grew 7 per cent year-on-year in H1 2025, crossing 130 million cases and showing continued premiumisation. Exports are expanding as well, signaling rising global interest in Indian-made whiskies and premium expressions. For TI, the opportunity in whisky presents a clear and timely growth avenue.
“India’s whisky story is evolving faster than ever, with growing consumer demand for premium and luxury expressions. Seven Islands marks TI’s entry into this dynamic category, bringing together Indian craftsmanship and global expertise to create a whisky that is both distinctly Indian and globally competitive. With whisky commanding over 60% of India’s spirits market, expanding into this category was the next natural step for us.” said Amit Dahanukar, Chairman and Managing Director, Tilaknagar Industries Ltd.
As a pure malt, Seven Islands blends four single malts – two from India and two from Scotland. The Indian malts are sourced from the Himalayan foothills and the Vindhyan ranges and are paired with malts from Speyside and the Lowlands, two of Scotland’s most recognised whisky regions.
“Seven Islands reflects our vision for House of TI, our new vertical which includes our premium portfolio and investments arm. House of TI was created to shape our premium and craft-led portfolio, beginning with Monarch Legacy Edition. With Seven Islands, we wanted to bring a new perspective and style to Indian whisky. It felt like the right way to introduce something distinctive, and a meaningful step forward for us as we expand into the whisky category.” said Sanaya Dahanukar, Marketing Manager, Tilaknagar Industries Ltd.
The company’s shares closed at ₹504.50, up by 3.40 per cent today.
Published on November 20, 2025