MNC liquor firms hit by exodus

Top-level changes are happening at multinational liquor companies operating in the country.In the last couple of weeks, at least five key people in the industry have put in their papers: Dinesh......

Luxury goods buyers unfazed by downturn

Price, it appears, is no deterrent to a discerning consumer even in a slowing economy. Be it the latest bag from Louis Vuitton, the new convertible from the Audi stable or even a limited edition......

Diageo to hardsell core brands in India

Targets women with new offerings such as Baileys cream liqueur and Nilaya. Liquor maker Diageo India is planning a big marketing push for its core brands such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff and newer......

Liquor makers seek cheer in lounge bars

Three months ago, a glass and thatched roof wine bar cropped up near the vineyards of Narayangaon, on Pune's outskirts. Christened Chateau Indage Estate Vineyards Wine Bar and Restaurant, it was......