Carlsberg India operates seven owned breweries and eight co-manufacturers across the country and markets brands spanning mainstream to super-premium segments, including Tuborg, Carlsberg, and 1664 Blanc.
Carlsberg India won eight accolades at the World Beer Awards 2026, with recognition spanning both beer quality and packaging design categories, the company announced.The haul included two awards for beer quality: a silver for Tuborg Strong and a bronze for Carlsberg Elephant Strong, both in the Lager Strong category. The remaining six awards were for can, label, and bottle design across four brands.Tuborg Classic with Scotch Malts was the top performer on the design front, picking up a gold for Can Design and a silver for Can Label Design. Tuborg Ice Draft earned a gold for Can Label Design and a silver for Can Design. Carlsberg Elephant Original received a bronze for Can Label Design, while 1664 Blanc took a bronze in the Bottle Design category.The World Beer Awards is an international competition that evaluates beers and beer packaging across markets and product categories.Nilesh Patel, Managing Director of Carlsberg India, said the awards reflected the company’s “commitment to quality, innovation and excellence” and credited the company’s internal teams for the recognition.Carlsberg India operates seven owned breweries and eight co-manufacturers across the country and markets brands spanning mainstream to super-premium segments, including Tuborg, Carlsberg, and 1664 Blanc. The company is a subsidiary of the Carlsberg Group, which has been in operation for 178 years.The wins come as competition in India’s premium beer segment continues to intensify, with several domestic and international players vying for shelf space and consumer mindshare. Carlsberg India has been expanding its footprint in the market through a combination of brewing investment and brand development across price tiers.Published on August 21, 2026
