Bengaluru, 18 November 2025: The Brews & Spirits Expo 2025 is set to take place from November
27 to 29 at the KTPO Convention Centre in Whitefield, bringing
together one of India’s largest professional gatherings for the beverage
production, processing, and technology ecosystem. The annual
platform—positioned as a structured B2B environment—will convene manufacturers,
engineering specialists, ingredient experts, packaging innovators, automation
developers, and supply-chain service providers under one roof.
With India’s broader beverage sector projected to
witness an estimated 8–10% growth in 2025–26, industry stakeholders
are expected to use this forum to explore new capabilities, exchange technical
insights, and evaluate next-generation production solutions. Organisers
anticipate the participation of more than 6,000 professionals,
representing a wide spectrum of roles across product development, operations,
equipment engineering, hospitality formats, regulatory compliance, and brand
strategy.
Over 100 national and international exhibitors
will showcase technologies and services that support the end-to-end beverage
value chain. These include advanced filtration units, fermentation research
tools, flavour-engineering systems, industrial equipment, processing lines,
cold-chain solutions, packaging formats, and material science applications.
Among the organisations expected to present their innovations are Alfa
Laval, JGR Bartops, Prodeb, Janus International, Falcon, Brewdriver,
Tastecraft, Forgestop, DSM Fermenich, Reisys, Elanpro, Destilla Sharp
International, Spectraa Technology, Lumiere Technologies, Fermentis by Lesaffre,
The Catalysts Group, Lallemand, JC Ribiero and several engineering and
solutions companies that enable production infrastructure across multiple
beverage categories.
Knowledge Platforms and Conferences to Drive Sector
Dialogue
A major feature of the expo will be the ‘Liquid
Experiences Conference’ curated by Tulleeho, scheduled for November 27. The
conference aims to explore themes influencing the next phase of the Indian
beverage landscape, focusing on innovation, consumer experience, design
thinking, retail environments, brand homes, skill development, and modern
workplace capabilities.
The speaker lineup includes Anand Virmani,
Anagha Maareesha, Aslam Gafoor, Bhavesh Patel (World of Wines), Gagan Sharma
(Indulge India), Geetanjali Chhabra (Diageo India), Hansel Vaz, Hemang Chandat
(Monika Alcobev), Jonas Ax (Bacardi India), Karina Aggarwal (Gigglewater),
Lolita Sarkar, Paul P. John (John Distilleries), Nakul Bhonsle, Natalya Watson
(WSET), Robert Piggot (Lallemand), Vishal Deorah, Vaniitha Jaiin, and
several other domain specialists.
These discussions will examine how consumer
expectations, design-led experiences, product identity, and cultural shifts
influence the direction of beverage formats in India. The conference also aims
to provide participants with a clearer understanding of global standards,
emerging categories, compliance, safety frameworks, and new research trends.
Workshops, Technical Sessions, and Skills Training
Technical excellence remains a central component of
the Brews & Spirits Expo. VLB Berlin will conduct an in-depth
workshop on Microbiological Quality Control, a focus area that has
gained significance among producers looking to enhance consistency, reduce
operational variability, and maintain stringent quality norms.
A range of masterclasses led by educators, technical
consultants, and specialists will address:
- Barrel
influence and storage science - Fermentation
precision and flavour evolution - Plant-to-bottle
production journeys - SmartCap
technology for reducing maturing losses - Beer
education fundamentals - Kombucha
processing techniques
Additionally, the IBG Flair & Mixology
Challenge, hosted with the India Bartenders Guild, will allow professionals
to demonstrate technical skill, precision, speed, and creativity through
competitive routines.
Recognising Excellence in Hospitality and Bar
Programs
The expo will host two award ceremonies aimed at
acknowledging creativity, service standards, and innovation across the beverage
and hospitality landscape.
The bbb Awards 2025, presented by Brews
& Spirits magazine on November 27, will highlight high-performing beverage
brands preferred in leading bars nationwide, based on consumption patterns and
industry feedback.
The Sip & Savour Hospitality Awards,
presented by PDA Ventures on November 28, will recognise restaurants, taprooms,
thematic bars, and hospitality spaces across Bengaluru for their excellence in
service, ambience, and consumer experience.
Both awards serve to document emerging preferences,
design innovations, and evolving consumer behaviour.
World Tea & Coffee Expo to Run Concurrently
To promote cross-category learning, the World
Tea & Coffee Expo (WTCE) will run alongside the Brews & Spirits
Expo. This platform will bring together growers, exporters, processors,
packaging specialists, roasters, retailers, product developers, and technology
companies from the tea and coffee sectors. The concurrent event will strengthen
opportunities for collaboration between India’s traditional and emerging
beverage segments.
Industry Associations and Support
The 2025 edition is supported by several associations,
including the All India Distillers Association (AIDA), Craft Brewers
Association, Apex Wine Club India, Sake Club India, Karnataka Grape & Wine
Board, Indian Malt Whisky Association, WSCI, Brewers Association of India,
and others who contribute to research, training, and compliance frameworks.
Organisers believe the expo will help industry professionals
navigate evolving market requirements, technological shifts, sustainability
standards, consumer insights, supply-chain efficiencies, and future-ready
production practices.
For details on registration, exhibitor participation,
and conference schedules, visit www.brewsnspiritsexpo.com.
