Brews&Spirits Expo 2023, the highly anticipated holistic event for the alcohol beverage industry, is set to host its fourth edition in Bengaluru from 13-15 September at the Manpho Convention Centre.

The previous three editions of the Expo have been highly successful, attracting exhibitors from around the world to showcase their products, solutions, technologies and services.

The fourth edition has been extended to three days due to the overwhelming response, support and encouragement it received from the sector. With more time for exhibitors, attendees and in-depth discussions, the event is expected to be more productive and valuable for all participants.

Brews&Spirits Expo 2023 aims to deliver value to the alcobev ecosystem by providing a platform to foster partnerships within the industry with curated events:

• Trade fair and displays
• Industry conference
• Technical workshops/ certifications
• Masterclasses and tastings
• Flair bartending challenge
• Cocktails competition

Awards & speakers

This year around, Brews&Spirits is instituting exciting awards: by the industry, for the industry! Brews, ferments and spirits will feature in an extensive poll from well-known bars across the country, to determine the best consumed brands, as well as those with high potential.

Also this year, brands and bartenders will have the opportunity to compete in an open cocktail contest. This is separate from the Flair Bartending Challenge that has been held in each edition of the Expo. Watch out for the details in our email and social media updates!

A conference on ‘Grain to Glass’ will be held on the first day of the event (13 September) with top-notch global experts and speakers, apart from presentations and panel discussions on trending topics.

This year, Sukhinder Singh, Founder of The Whisky Exchange, the London-based global specialist retailer for fine spirits, will be the keynote speaker, dwelling on his journey in running the most successful online retail liquor business.

Technical workshops on brewing, master classes and a cocktail competition would help attendees to gain knowledge on brewing techniques, alcobev brands and marketing strategies for alcobev products.

They will also have the opportunity to participate in tasting sessions and product demonstrations, allowing them to experience the latest offerings from leading brands in the industry.

Trade fair

The 3-day trade fair will feature a wide range of exhibits, including beer, wine, and spirits from around the world, as well as related products. The star attractions will be machinery, raw materials, packaging and labelling equipment, and technology for alcohol production.

Brewers, winemakers, distillers, distributors and retailers of alcohol beverages, food and beverage professionals from the hotel, restaurant and entertainment sector; as well as connoisseurs of spirits and wine are expected to converge at Brews&Spirits Expo 2023, a perfect platform for networking, marketing, collaborating and enhancing the outreach in the market.

As in previous years, the Expo is supported by the All-India Distillers’ Association, Apex Wine Club Of India, the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies, Craft Brewers’ Association of India, Gin Explorers Club, Grape Growers’ Association Of India, Fragrances & Flavours Association of India, Karnataka Brewers And Distillers Association, U.P. Distillers Association, Wine & Spirits Club Of India, Karnataka Wine Board and many others.

The Advisory Committee for the Brews&Spirits Expo 2023 is chaired by Narayan Manepally, Co-Founder of Geist Brewing Co. Its members include Anjali Batra, Co-Founder of Gin Explorers Club; Ankur Bhatia, Founder of Jimmy’s Cocktails; Ashok Chokalingam, Head of Distilling and International Sales for Amrut Distilleries; Asha Sairam, Design Principal at Studio Lotus; Aslam Gafoor, General Manager, Dineout; Amulya Pandit, Consultant with Euromonitor; Deepak Sinha, Vice-President for Marketing at Bira 91; Heemanshu Ashar, Global Brand Ambassador for Paul John; Karina Aggarwal, Vice-President of Indian Craft Spirits Co.; Mahesh Patil, Liquid Innovation Lead at Pernod Ricard India; Michael D’souza, Master Distiller at Paul John; Rakshay Dhariwal, Founder and Managing Director of Pass Code Hospitality; Rohan Carvalho, President of the Indian Flair Bartenders Association; Santanu Chanda, Group Beverage Manager for PVR – The Luxury Collection; Sibi Venkataraju, Co-Founder of Toit Brew Pub; Vikram Achantha, Founder and CEO of Tulleho; Vikram Damodaran, Chief Innovation Officer at Diageo India; Vipin Raman, Partner at European Bar Tending School; Vishal Deorah, CEO of Global Spirits India; and Vishal Nagpal, Partner at Trippy Goat Café & Wines.

Brews&Spirits Expo 2023 is relevant to every industry professional involved in material sourcing, technology supplies, drinks production, bottling, labelling, shipping, marketing, distribution, sales and procurement of beer, wine and spirits.

For participation details, call Utsav Kumar at +91-9886044334, or email utsav@pdaventures.com.