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22 October 2024

Roust and ABDL launch Russian Standard vodka in India

Roust Corporation, one of the largest vodka producers in the world and Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABDL), India’s third-largest spirits company, are proud to announce the launch of Russian Standard Vodka in India.
Russian Standard Vodka is the pioneer of the premium vodka segment in Russia with global sales of over 2.5M cases. Crafted with water of glacial origin from Lake Ladoga and winter wheat from the Russian Steppes it undergoes over 200 distillations in a state-of-the-art distillery in St Petersburg. The result is a unique unrivalled vodka that is smooth and delicious.

The strategic partnership between Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABDL) and Roust Corporation combines the strengths of both companies. ABDL's extensive distribution network and consumer marketing expertise will complement Roust’s globally renowned premium vodka portfolio, which includes Russian Standard Original, Gold and Platinum.

In the state of Maharashtra, Russian Standard Original is expected to be priced at Rs. 2,200, Russian Standard Gold at Rs. 2,600 and Russian Standard Platinum at Rs. 5,000.

Alok Gupta, Managing Director of ABDL said “We are raising a glass to a new partnership as we join forces with Roust Corporation to bring Russian Standard Vodka, a brand synonymous with quality and sophistication. This strategic alliance aligns with our vision of curating a premium portfolio. By leveraging our extensive distribution network and consumer marketing expertise, we are poised to introduce the unparalleled taste of Russian Standard Vodka to India's discerning consumers. This partnership represents a significant milestone in our journey to offer world-class products that cater to the evolving palates of audiences”.

Ivan Alferov, CEO International of ROUST said: "We are thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with ABDL, a distinguished pan-India player, to introduce our premium vodka to the vibrant Indian market. This collaboration represents a significant milestone for our company as we further expand our presence into one of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly growing markets. With a substantial international presence, we are confident that our high-quality vodka will resonate with Indian consumers, offering them unparalleled experiences. We look forward to a successful journey ahead, driven by shared values and a commitment to excellence”.