Pernod Ricard Builds India Largest Malt Distillery
Pernod Ricard is investing $217 million into the construction of a new malt distillery in India. The facility will be situated in Butibori, an industrial suburb of Nagpur, Maharashtra.
The distillery is expected to produce 60,000 liters of whisky daily. Pernod Ricard is committed to using sustainable methods in the distillery’s operation and will source grain from local farmers.
Shri Devendra Fadnavis, deputy chief minister of Maharashtra, said: “We believe that infrastructural growth is the first step towards amplifying advancement for any state and we are delighted that Pernod Ricard India shares our vision to invest in the economic and skill development of the region and the country.
Pernod Ricard Will Build Malt Distillery in India
“The foundation of this distillery will assist in creating strong avenues for employment and aid in spurring the growth of ancillary industries and services.
“Most importantly, this would serve as a platform of opportunities for thousands of farmers of the region to attain steady income and bring agricultural diversity and stability.”
Pernod Ricard India CEO Jean Touboul expressed enthusiasm for the project, saying it aligns with their efforts to Make and Innovate in India. He believes this initiative will elevate India’s position as a key player in the production of quality malt.
“This initiative is in continuation of our dedicated efforts to make and innovate in India and we are confident that it will elevate India’s standing on the global map, as a key player in the production of high-quality malt. The establishment of this distillery will provide a boost to various allied sectors in and around Nagpur and the state of Maharashtra.
“Further, the foundation of the plant will aim to provide local entrepreneurs and the farmer community with new avenues of growth.
“As a leading player in the alco-bev segment for more than 30 years, inclusive and sustainable growth has been at the heart of our India strategy. We are honoured to work with the government of Maharashtra, which shares a similar vision.”