USL to buy Greater Than gin maker
BENGALURU: United Spirits (USL), the Indian arm of global liquor major Diageo, will acquire a 100% stake in Nao Spirits & Beverages, the maker of popular Indian craft gin brands Greater Than and Hapusa, in a two-step transaction valued at about Rs 110 crore. The deal marks Diageo’s push into India’s fast-growing premium craft spirits segment. USL currently owns 30% of Nao Spirits. Founded in 2017 by Anand Virmani, Nao Spirits emerged as a leader in the craft gin space.The firm reported a gross turnover of Rs 77.7 crore and net sales of Rs 34.8 crore in 2023-24. Virmani will continue to lead the business under Diageo’s ownership.
