Indian Brewers Shine at Asia Beer Challenge 2025 with Six Medals
Hong Kong – Indian brewing innovation was on full display at the Asia Beer Challenge 2025, with two Indian beer brands securing a total of six medals across various beer styles. Kimaya Himalayan Beverages LLP and DeVANS Modern Breweries Ltd. both received accolades at the prestigious competition, highlighting the growing quality and diversity of Indian beers in the Asian market.
Kimaya Himalayan Beverages LLP, known for its BeeYoung brand, won a gold medal for BeeYoung Beyond in the International Style Pilsner category. BeeYoung Beyond distinguishes itself with the use of Smoked Belgian Speciality Malt and Doon Basmati Rice from Uttarakhand, providing a unique flavor profile characterized by earthy, spicy, and floral notes, culminating in a smooth finish. The brand also secured a silver medal for BeeYoung Crafted Strong in the Strong Lager category. BeeYoung Crafted Strong is celebrated for its refreshing citrus notes, silky texture, and consistent quality, setting it apart from conventional strong lagers. Abhinav Jindal, Founder & CEO of Kimaya Himalayan Beverages, expressed pride in the achievements, stating that the awards reflect the creativity, hard work, and dedication of the team and reaffirm their commitment to crafting beers that redefine India's drinking experience.
DeVANS Modern Breweries Ltd. also made a significant mark, with its Godfather Super 8 winning gold in the Strong Lager category. Godfather Super 8, DeVANS' flagship strong lager with 8% ABV, is recognized for its smooth profile, premium ingredients, and full-bodied character. The brewery's Six Fields Cult Finest Strong Wheat Beer won a silver medal in the Dubbel Wit/Imperial White category, standing out for its Belgian-style brewing with hints of coriander and orange peel. Six Fields Blanche Finest Wheat Beer, known for its crisp, clean, and refreshing taste with light spicy notes, also received a silver medal in the Witbier category. Furthermore, Godfather The Legendary Luxury Lager Beer received a bronze medal in the Australasian, Latin American, or Tropical-Style Light Lager category. This beer is characterized as a premium, easy-drinking, and balanced lager with 5% ABV. Prem Dewan, Chairman & Managing Director of DeVANS Modern Breweries Ltd., noted that the awards underscore the company's dedication to quality and highlight India's potential to compete with international brands.
The Asia Beer Challenge is regarded as one of the most influential competitions in the region, offering breweries credibility and exposure to key markets. The competition employs a rigorous triple-blind tasting process, with leading beer buyers and experts from across the continent judging beers on appearance, aroma, flavor, and structure.
These wins come at a time of significant growth in the Indian beer market, which is projected to reach INR 802.5 billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.72% during 2025-2033. The success of BeeYoung and DeVANS at the Asia Beer Challenge 2025 underscores the rising prominence of homegrown brands and their ability to compete on the global stage.
