ABDDelivers aStrong Performance, PAT Surged 5x in Q1FY26

ABDDelivers aStrong Performance, PAT Surged 5x in Q1FY26

–Income from Operations at ₹ 930 crore, up 22.5% and EBITDA at ₹ 119 crore, up 56.4% on y-o-y basis

Mumbai, 30^th July2025: Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), the largest domestic spirits company by volume in India, has announced itsunaudited financial results for thequarter Q1FY26.

Snapshot of Consolidated Financial Results:

Performance Highlights of the Quarter Q1FY26:

• Post IPO in July-24, 4^thconsecutive quarter of strong profitable performance
• Income from Operations at ₹930 crore,5% vs ₹759crore in Q1FY25
• Strong quarter EBITDA of₹119 crore,up56.4% vs ₹76 crorein Q1FY25
• PAT at ₹56 crore, up 398.6% vs ₹11 crore in Q1FY25

Commenting on the results, Alok Gupta, Managing Director of ABD, stated, “This quarter marks our fourth consecutive quarter of strong performance validating our strategy of prioritizing profitable volume growth, premiumization of portfolio and agile investments in backward integration to enhance margins.As we move forward, our strategic focus positions us strongly to sustain growth and consistently enhance customer value.”.

Performance Review for Q1FY26:

1. Prestige & Above Portfolio Built-up

• Strong volume growth: Overall, we delivered 8.5mn cases in Q1FY26, a strong growth of 17.2% vs 7.3mn cases in Q1FY25led by strong growth across regionsled by high consumer demand for our core brands.
• Acceleratedpremiumization of the portfolio:
• Continuedincrease in Prestige & Above (P&A) volume salience to 46.2% in Q1FY26vs 42.4% in Q4FY25 and 36.9% in Q1FY25.The P&A value salienceat55.8% in Q1FY26vs51.6% in Q4FY25 and 46.1% in Q1FY25.
• ICONiQ Whitecontinues to lead growth in India:
• The world’s fastest-growing Millionaire Spirits Brand of CY2023 and CY2024, ICONiQ White, continued its strong growth momentum across all markets in India reflecting the brand’s continued growing popularity.

1. Golden Mist: ABD’s entry into the fast-growing prestige brandy category

As part of the ABD portfolio, Golden Mist strengthens the company’s non-whisky prestige and above offerings, reinforcing its commitment to diversifying and elevating its overall product range. It has been launched in key markets of Karnataka and Telangana.

1. Continued Expansion of the Super-PremiumtoLuxury Portfolio:
   • ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd. (ABDM), the super-premium and luxury spirits subsidiary of ABD commenced operations in April, 2025.
   • Launched Russian Standard Vodka: Introduced Russia’s number one premium vodka in June 2025. All the three variants arecurrently available in key markets of Maharashtra, Goa and West Bengal at premium retail outlets, hotels, bars and lounges.
   • Expanding Presence ofBrands:

• Zoya Gin:The 1^st Super-Premium spirits brand of ABD is now available in 9 key statesin India and in UAE. Continued expansion through 2 flavours – Watermelon Gin and Espresso Coffee Gin.

• Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch Whisky:The 1^stLuxury spirits brand of ABD launched in November 2024is now available in 8 key states and recently launched in UAE.
• WoodburnsComtemporary Indian Whisky: The Super-Premium whisky brand is available in 7 key states.

1. Broadening Horizons: Expanding International Markets

ABD has expanded the internationalpresence to 27countries from 14 countries in FY24, with increasing presence in the high growth markets of Africaand now in USA. The latest Millionaire brand in our portfolio – ICONiQ White has already been launched in 7countries.Our Super-Premium to Luxury portfolio brands Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch Whisky and Zoya gin arenow available in UAE.Also, ABD has secured approvals for exporting its products to Canada, key markets in European Union (EU).

1. Key Awards and Recognitions

• International Whisky Competition 2025:ABDM emerged victorious at the prestigious International Whisky Competition 2025 held in Las Vegas, USA. Woodburns Contemporary Indian Whisky clinched 1^stPlace in the Best Blended Indian Whisky 2025 category, cementing its position as a trailblazer in India’s evolving spirits’ landscape. Sterling Reserve Blend 7 from the stables of ABD also won a laurel in the same category.

• Monde Selection 2025 World Selection of Spirits and Liqueurs: ABD earned global acclaim at the esteemed Monde Selection 2025 World Selection of Spirits and Liqueurs, with three of its brands – Arthaus Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, Zoya Special Batch Gin, and ICONiQ White Whisky each winning the Gold Quality Award.