Whiskey Galore India builds the export bridge — connecting NI craft distilleries with Karnataka's premium on-trade and retail sector.
Following the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (2026), import duty on UK spirits into India has reduced from 150% to 75% — opening a once-in-a-generation window for NI distilleries to enter the world's largest whisky market by volume.
Whether you're a Northern Ireland distillery ready to explore India, or an Indian importer looking for premium UK product — we're the connection.
You craft exceptional whiskey. We identify, qualify and help you access Karnataka's premium on-trade and retail market — including Invest NI cluster funding eligibility.
Looking for distinctive, story-rich UK spirits for your premium portfolio? We curate access to NI's finest craft distilleries — provenance, quality, and trade terms sorted.
Hospitality groups, on-trade buyers, and drinks distributors in Bengaluru and beyond — we bring the product, the story, and the commercial relationship.
Northern Ireland has quietly built one of the most exciting whiskey scenes in the world — from a distillery operating since 1608 to a new wave of craft producers and independent whiskey brands pushing boundaries with experimental cask finishes and bold provenance stories.
NI is home to the world's oldest licensed whiskey distillery — a heritage story that resonates powerfully with India's premium spirits buyers who value provenance and legacy.
A new generation of NI distillers is experimenting with Mizunara oak, PX Sherry, Jamaican rum finishes and single-estate grain — expressions that speak directly to India's adventurous collectors.
Belfast's history — from the Titanic to centuries of distilling tradition — gives NI whiskey a narrative depth that no other region can replicate. Stories sell premium spirits.
From accessible blended expressions to ultra-rare small-batch single barrels — NI's portfolio offers something for every tier of India's on-trade and retail market.
We work with a curated selection of NI distilleries and whiskey brands — chosen for product quality, export readiness, and story appeal for the Indian market. Get in touch to discuss what's available.
Request Portfolio DetailsA focused, curated approach — not a scatter-gun export strategy. Every partnership is built to last.
We assess product, capacity, and Invest NI cluster funding eligibility before a single conversation takes place.
Direct introductions to vetted Karnataka importers, distributors, and on-trade buyers in Bengaluru's premium sector.
Trade terms, labelling compliance, and logistics — we navigate the detail so you can focus on the product.
This isn't a one-off transaction. We build lasting commercial relationships between NI and India's spirits sector.
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement of 2026 is a structural shift, not a trend. For the first time, UK spirits — including Northern Ireland's world-class craft whiskey — can compete on commercially viable terms in India's market.
Karnataka alone consumes more whisky than many entire countries. Bengaluru's on-trade is growing fast, with premium and imported spirits firmly in demand among its professional class.
Early movers will establish brand presence, importer relationships, and shelf position before the market becomes crowded. That window is open now.
Whiskey Galore India was founded by Alan Jones — a Belfast-based export specialist with deep roots in both the Northern Ireland business community and India's commercial landscape.
Working with Invest NI, the UK Department for Business and Trade, and a curated network of NI distilleries and whiskey brands, we are building the first dedicated export corridor for NI craft whiskey into Karnataka.
We don't just open doors. We walk through them with you.
UK-India Roadshow Registered — Department for Business and Trade, Belfast 2026
Karnataka Focus — Bengaluru's premium on-trade and retail sector
Curated, not broadcast — every distillery partnership is qualified and handpicked
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Whether you're an NI distillery exploring India for the first time, or an Indian importer looking for premium UK spirits — reach out. Every conversation starts with a simple question: is there a fit?
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