United Spirits Limited is a renowned manufacturer, purchaser, and distributor of alcoholic beverages and spirits both in India and across the globe. Their wide range of alcoholic beverages includes Scotch whisky, Indian made foreign liquor whisky, brandy, rum, vodka, and gin. The company takes pride in owning several popular brands such as McDowell's No.1, Royal Challenge, Signature, Antiquity, Black Dog, Director's Special Black, McDowell's Rum, McDowell's Brandy, Bagpiper, Old Tavern, and Haywards. Additionally, they also manufacture, import, and distribute Diageo's iconic brands like Haig Gold Label, Captain Morgan, Johnnie Walker, J&B, Baileys, Lagavulin, Talisker, VAT 69, Black & White, Smirnoff, and Ciroc.
Furthermore, United Spirits Limited holds the perpetual right to the Bangalore Franchise of the Board of Control for Cricket in India - Indian Premier League. They also export their products to various international markets. Originally known as McDowell & Company Limited, the company underwent a name change in October 2006 and became United Spirits Limited. Established in 1826, the company is headquartered in Bengaluru, India, and operates as a subsidiary of Relay B.V.