Piccadily’s Indian rum Camikara wins multiple international awards, puts India on global spirits map
Camikara is produced from 100% pure sugarcane juice, not molasses, following the traditional rhum agricole method, and is aged in oak casks without additives
Piccadily Distilleries' Indian rum Camikara has achieved significant success on the global stage, securing multiple international awards and establishing India's presence in the world of spirits. The Camikara brand is India's first pure cane juice aged rum, produced by the company Piccadily Distilleries. The three expressions of Camikara - 3YO, 8YO, and 12YO - have each won accolades at prestigious competitions.
At the International Spirits Challenge 2026 (ISC) held in the UK, the 3YO and 8YO expressions each received a Silver medal, while the 8YO expression also earned a Platinum award, the highest recognition in the Rum Aged/Rhum Agricole Aged category. At the SIP Awards in California, Camikara further impressed, with the 8YO winning Best in Class, Platinum, and both expressions receiving the Innovation Award.
Made from 100% pure sugarcane juice using the traditional rhum agricole method and aged in oak casks without additives, Camikara represents India in the global spirits market and not established rum traditions. The company's parent, Piccadily Agro Industries Limited, is also involved in the production of Indri Single Malt and Cashmir Vodka.
Although facing rising regulatory scrutiny, the success of Camikara highlights the growing potential of India's domestic spirits industry. As of the latest update, shares of PAIL closed at ₹622.25, marking a slight decrease of 1.85%, with a market capitalization of approximately ₹6,121 crore.
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