Your wedding isn’t just a big day. It is a celebration of your individuality, heritage, and global outlook. It’s why you chose a bridal outfit that nods to your culture but still speaks to your personality. You’re going with jewellery that blends classic design with contemporary flair. The décor mood board marries the east and the west. The food menu features a lavish spread with regional delicacies alongside international favourites. So, why should your drinks menu be any different? Be it your bachelor party, a glamorous sangeet or the post-ceremony reception, a celebration indoor or al fresco, the drinks at your festivities need to be emblematic of your tastes and your roots. Sure, it seems like a tall order from just one libation, but what if you could easily raise the bar of your festivities with a simple 3-step process. Yes, you can with Maharaja Drinks.
The company is the UK’s only drinks retailer exclusively focused on products made in India. They have garnered goodwill for handpicking some of the most premium brands that are grown, blended and developed in India. “We aim to showcase the dynamic, experiential, and flavourful nature of the Indian drinks scene—proving that Indian beverages are not only unique but also worthy of global recognition. As far as we know, no other retailer in the UK is doing this,” says Ipe Jacob, co-founder of Maharaja Drinks. Their wide range of offerings is available on their website for celebrations of all sizes, styles and scales.
“Our wedding offering is a three-stage process: 1) We will offer an initial 10% discount to purchase and test drinks you are interested in, subject to agreement on the products. 2) There will then be an option for a 30-minute call with our spirits guru James Bunting and/or our wines guru Sophia Longhi. This service is at a cost £75 but will be refunded once an order is placed. 3) Then the exciting bit, your order! We offer lucrative discounts based on the order size.”
The portfolio
From rich reds and zingy whites to fruit wines, vegan wines and delicious bubbles, Maharaja Drinks houses the most extraordinary Indian wines for every mood and menu. Beer lovers will gravitate towards their personally picked gems from the Indian craft brewery scene such as the White Rhino range. Amongst the vodkas are Smoke Lab Classic that is distilled from Basmati Rice, Smoke Lab Saffron made from handpicked Kashmiri Saffron along with Rahasya vodka, which is one of the few female founded spirits in the country . For their whisky selection, Maharaja Drinks has tapped into the wide spectrum of taste profiles, from fruity and spicy to sweet, rich, and complex. Whether you want to elevate cocktails or pour something new on the rocks, choose from Amrut Cask Strength, Amrut Fusion, Amrut Single Malt, Paul John Bold, Paul John Brilliance, Rampur Asava, Rampur Double Cask, Indri Dru Cask Strength, Indri Trini Three Wood and others.
The classic rum lovers will be pleased to also get introduced to other Indian rums, such as Camikara 12 Year Old, Maka Zai Tribute Edition and Maka Zai Bartender’s Edition. For those who are keen on gin, they will be spoilt for choice with the Indian options, including Amrut Nilgiris, Broken Bat – Greater Than, Terai Gin, Jaisalmer Classic, Malhar Citrus and Malhar Classic. Distilled in the Himalayas and infused with turmeric, ginger and cardamom, Hapusa Gin is amongst the bestsellers. Other no-brainers at Maharaja Drinks are Grover Zampa Soiree Brut, Rhythm Winery Alphonso Mango Wine and Jaisalmer Gold Edition Gin. With Margaritas as a popular cocktail choice at weddings, why not add an Indian twist by including Ayam agave, a new 100% Indian agave spirit.
If you want your guests to relish a beverage without getting smashed, you will appreciate the non-alcoholic options by Maharaja Drinks. From kombucha and Masala Cola, their assortment of drinks will be crowd-pleasers. For caffeine aficionados, their array of teas and coffees will leave everyone asking for more.
The big wedding drinks trends of 2025
Speaking of the big trends that will define weddings this year, Ipe says, “Your cocktail hour will become the highlight of the celebrations if done right. Quality always needs to be at the forefront, regardless of the occasion and season. When it comes to trends, I foresee three major one.”
Pre-wedding Drinks: Serving drinks before the ceremony is one of 2025’s best trends. Offering alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages promotes a relaxed vibe ahead of the nuptials – perfect for mingling too.
Sustainability Takes Centre Stage: Brides and grooms are looking for brands that embrace sustainable thinking, from the ingredients to eco-friendly glass and tableware. Sustainability is the core of what Maharaja Drinks does. We prioritise organic certification and collaborate with suppliers committed to reducing their environmental impact. Additionally, we take great care to minimise our own carbon footprint, ranging from optimising transport to choosing eco-friendly packaging solutions.
Personalised Signature Cocktails: Crafting drinks reminiscent of your love story is top of the list this year. From the garnish to the ingredients, couples want a cocktail that can showcase their personality!
Maharaja Drinks
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