Camikara Rum Wins Award: Over the past decade, Indian single malt whisky has transformed the country’s reputation in global spirits, challenging long established whisky regions and earning international acclaim. Now, a similar shift may be unfolding in another category deeply rooted in India’s agricultural heritage — Rum.
In a landmark moment for Indian spirits, Camikara — India’s first pure cane juice aged rum — has secured top honours at two of the world’s most respected rum competitions, signalling the emergence of India as a serious contender in premium rum.
Camikara Rum
At the Global Rum & Cachaça Masters Awards 2026 in the United Kingdom, Camikara 8-YearOld was awarded the prestigious‘Master Medal’, the competition’s highest distinction, said Piccadily Agro Industries in a media release.
In the same competition, Camikara 3-Year-Old secured its second consecutive ‘Gold Medal’, making Camikarathe only Indian rum to win both Master and Gold in the same year.
Recognition soon followed in the United States. At the Aged Rum category tasting conducted by The Fifty Best, Camikara 8YO received a ‘Double Gold’ Medal, a distinction reserved for spirits that receive unanimous top scores from all judges.
In the International blend category, Camikara 3YO also secured ‘Gold’, reinforcing the brand’s consistency across both expressions and international tasting panels.
