Kadamba Single-Malt Wins Gold At Monde Selection 2025
Kadamba Single-Malt Wins Gold At Monde Selection 2025
Kadamba Single-Malt Whisky has won the gold award at the 2025 Monde Selection Quality Awards, reaffirming its status as a premium whisky on the global stage. This accolade underscores the brand’s exceptional quality and its growing reputation in the single-malt industry.
Founded in Belgium in 1961, Monde Selection is a prestigious institute known for its rigorous evaluation of spirits and liqueurs based on organoleptic and scientific criteria. With numerous global brands competing for recognition annually, the Monde Selection Quality Award is a benchmark of excellence in the industry.
“This achievement reflects the dedication of our team at Imperial Distillers, whose commitment to quality has been instrumental in securing this honor,” said Dr. Mohan Krishna Balivada, founder of Cheers Group and the world’s first alco-bev marketing doctorate. Monde Selection’s quality label serves as a globally recognized mark of excellence, assuring consumers that awarded products have been tested and approved by an independent professional jury. The distinctive Monde Selection logo on Kadamba Single-Malt Whisky reinforces its world-class craftsmanship and quality.
“Kadamba continues to earn international recognition from esteemed spirits experts. This latest award further strengthens its position as a premium single-malt whisky, and we are committed to building on this legacy,” said Ashwin Balivada, CEO of Cheers Group and a Cambridge University business management graduate.
Kadamba’s success is not only a testament to its superior craftsmanship but also a tribute to the Kadamba dynasty, a symbol of Goa’s rich heritage. The whisky undergoes a unique 'Humidity Aging Process' and is matured in bourbon sherry and virgin American oak casks, resulting in a complex, full-bodied flavor with tropical fruit and vanilla notes.
Cheers Group, valued at Rs 800 crore, boasts over 120 brands, including Kadamba, Three Monkeys Single-Malt, and Labrodog Premium Scotch. As global spirits giants eye India’s booming whisky market, Cheers Group’s success underscores the rising prominence of Indian luxury whiskies.
