United Spirits

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United Spirits[edit | edit source]

United Spirits Limited, abbreviated as USL, is a subsidiary of the British alcoholic beverages company Diageo, and is India's largest alcoholic beverages company. It was established in 1826 and is headquartered in Bangalore, India.

History[edit | edit source]

United Spirits was formed by the merger of several companies, the most notable of which was McDowell and Company. The company was acquired by Diageo in 2014, making it a part of one of the world's largest alcoholic beverage companies.

Products[edit | edit source]

United Spirits has a vast portfolio of brands across various categories including whisky, rum, vodka and brandy. Some of its popular brands include McDowell's No.1, Royal Challenge, and Black Dog Scotch Whisky.

Operations[edit | edit source]

United Spirits operates more than 50 manufacturing facilities across India and employs over 5000 people. The company also exports its products to more than 37 countries.

Controversies[edit | edit source]

United Spirits has been involved in several controversies, most notably involving its former chairman Vijay Mallya. Mallya was accused of financial irregularities and left India in 2016, leading to a significant impact on the company's reputation and operations.

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